The job is split into three distinct areas: Delivering internal security assurance - in conjunction with other members of the Clyde Security Organisation, the Security Assurance Manager will plan and oversee a programme of activities to provide confidence that the security arrangements within HMNB Clyde are adequate to protect its mission and assets. This involves working with individual units within Faslane and Coulport to conduct protective security advisory visits and inspections, prepare and issue follow-up reports and maintain the annual Protective Security and Operational Resilience calendar of events. Enabling external security assurance - HMNB Clyde is subject to inspection and assessment by a number of external agencies, the Security Assurance Manager works with them to understand their requirements and plan their visits to impart an understanding of its security arrangements which allows them to feed back to their parent organisations (Navy Command and Defence Nuclear Organisation among others) the adequacy of HMNB Clyde's security system. This involves building relationships across the Defence Nuclear Enterprise and within Navy Command to ensure these visits are successful and delivery mutual outcomes. Interaction with Defence Nuclear Security Regulator (DefNucSyR) - the security assurance manager is responsible for coordinating inspections and assessments from DefNucSyR to demonstrate compliance with the Defence Security Conditions contained within JSP628 - Security Regulation of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise. This involves the collation and presentation of evidence from multiple sources and managing any recommendations or actions presented to the establishment. Person specification The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria: The ability to build relationships at all levels across the Naval Base to promote and deliver the Security Assurance Programme. Excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare reports and communications. Demonstrable experience of planning and organising a programme of events in an operational environment. The ability to both lead and work within multi-disciplinary teams to delivery agreed outcomes. The successful applicant may also be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria: Experience of working within an assurance function. Experience of working within a Nuclear environment. Licences Full UK Driving Licence - access around site. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Managing a Quality Service We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of 36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes 10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. As a Civil Servant, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference. This job role is / may be suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (the permanent duty station, (insert location), which is based on business assessment of where the work is best done) and working from home as a personal choice (if the role is suitable for this). If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Navy Command Civil Servants include: 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service A very competitive pension scheme Personal & professional development Alternative & Hybrid working patterns for many roles Access to a confidential, professional support service Discount schemes Bicycle / season ticket loans Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year On-site Facilities (gymnasium, Ski Club, recreational shopping mall, caf, messing facilities etc) Free Car Parking Assisted Travel Scheme Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates are required to provide a CV to include job history, qualification details and any previous skills and knowledge. Candidates will be required to provide a 500-word statement of suitability. Please provide evidence detailing how they meet the desirable criteria for the post. At sift, you will be assessed against your CV andStatement of suitability and the following: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving At interview, you will be assessed against the following: Managing a Quality Service Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The minimum level of security needed for Navy Command staff is Developed Vetting The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .