Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Northwood Headquarters About the job Job summary Strategic Command (UKStratCom) Investigation Team are part of the Principal Security Advisor (PSyA) department of a busy 4Headquarters. The demanding and operational nature of the Headquarters means that this role will require a significant level of flexibility and professionalism. UKStratCom is one of the four front line military commands (alongside Navy, Army, and Air Force) which conducts joint operations and generates, develops, and manages key enablers. It has approximately 22,500 military and civilian personnel deployed across the UK and worldwide. UKStratCom is a 4 HQ and a Top Level Budget (TLB), tasked with developing and preparing an integrated Joint Force for current and future operations. It has a unique structure, with a Headquarters that works above, and with, a number of subordinate organisations, including Permanent Joint Headquarters, Defence Intelligence, Defence Digital and MOD A Block. UKStratCom also has management and operational responsibility for the Overseas Bases of Gibraltar, Cyprus, the South Atlantic Islands, British Indian Overseas Territory and British Defence Support Unit Singapore. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description As a UKStratCom Security Investigator you will deliver the response to and, investigation of security breaches, taking an investigative role for assigned cases. The role of the investigator will include contributing to the development of a counter-security breach strategy; analysis/ lessons learned; internal and external reporting; and response and coordination across Strategic Command. UK (and possibly overseas) Travel and a high level of flexibility will be required to support the outputs of the team. The position is based at Northwood and attracts the relevant recruitment and retention allowance. Hybrid and Flexible Working are available but time in the office is required. This will generally be a 60-40 split with 3 days in the office and 2 days per week WFH. Wherever travel is required flexibility can be applied. Responsibilities will include: Conduct a range of complex security investigations. Gather, verify and assess all appropriate and available information to gain an accurate understanding of situations to an agreed case investigation plan. Develop and evaluate strategies to manage investigations, working closely and communicating with staff at all levels. Analyse and interpret data, examine records and documents presenting the information accurately for use within investigations. Prepare, complete and submit accurate reports to the highest professional standard and within set time limits to the Investigation Lead. Handle, store and dispose of document/exhibits in accordance with MoD Policy. Conduct interviews and record statements in line with MoD Policy. Support the preparation of reports on the outcome of investigations and the management of case files and disclosure within best practice procedures to ensure there is an accurate audit trail. Provide the customer with a final report providing a view on liability and lessons learned. Develop lessons learned arising from investigations, reporting these to the appropriate MOD policy team. All members of the team will be expected to develop their professional skills on investigation and analysis, including the development of expertise necessary to advise on technical and policy adjustments to reduce the incidence, or facilitate the investigation, of serious security incidents. All investigations are to be conducted in accordance with investigative best practice standards and within MoD Policy. You will have good communication skills, both verbal and written. There is no requirement for previous experience of working with the military or in the MoD however previous experience of leading investigations or managing security incidents is essential. Note UK and some International travel will be required with stays remote from the parent unit of several days at a time. Person specification VETERAN FRIENDLY. Specifically and particularly suitable for ex-service and service leavers from within any of the sS or joint security specialisations. The successful applicant will have a background in investigative work with demonstrable experience as an investigator. The post holder will be required to prioritise effectively and manage a heavy case load and high volume of throughput, whilst balancing business needs. The post holder must be an energetic self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and to manage their own workload. The post holder will have great interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and influence with across the organisation. The post holder will be able to deliver concise and unambiguous reports to a readership up to 4 level. The post holder will take responsibility for the implications and effects of actions, conclusions and recommendations made. This person can cope with unusual and non-standard problems and issues, is aware of alternative options and approaches to situations, can guide or advise others in this skill and is able to look ahead and anticipate. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Making Effective Decisions Seeing the Big Picture Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Investigative Interviewing Risk Understanding and Mitigation 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. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Annual leave at a minimum of 25 days rising to 30. 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, Experience and Technical skills. All applicants must provide a CV and a statement of suitability of no more than 500 words. Sifting will take place using the CV and personal statement only. The personal statement should include evidence of the following Essential and Desirable criteria: Essential Criteria The following qualifications/skills are essential to the role and proof will be required at interview: Achieved PIP 2 or an equivalent recognised qualification/accreditation in investigative crime issued by a Government body. Individuals who do not currently hold PIP accreditation are still eligible to apply as long as they hold an equivalent recognised accreditation in investigative crime issued by a Government body. Please ensure the dates of any accreditations you are relying on, are entered on to the CV. Recognised Investigative training/ qualifications. For example, Service Police Serious Crime Investigation Course (SCIC). National Investigative Interviewing. Desirable Experience in investigating or handling security incidents and breaches. Awareness of risk management. Awareness of Defence Security Policies. Behaviours You will be assessed against the following behaviours at Interview only: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Making Effective Decisions Seeing the Bigger Picture Skills Based Questions You will be asked further questions at interview to verify your knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Things you need to know Security Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting. Nationality statement Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. If you're applying for a role requiring security clearance please be aware that foreign or dual nationality is not an automatic bar. However certain posts may have restrictions which could affect those who do not have sole British nationality or who have personal connections with certain countries outside the UK. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. 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. Strategic Command is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to improve the way the Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, all posts within Strategic Command Headquarters and in time the wider organisation, are/will be subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities. Throughout, the Commands transformation programme is committed to following the MODs framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Commands personnel and Trade Unions. 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. Medical Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical. 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). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : UKStratCom Security Investigation Team Email : ukstratcom-psya-sit-grpmod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: infocsc.gov.uk. Attachments Stratcom Candidate Information Pack Opens in new window (pdf, 469kB) MOD Candidate Pack 2024 Opens in new window (pdf, 1562kB) Candidate Information Pack Opens in new window (docx, 31kB) Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail