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Security Vetting Support Officer

Our client has an opportunity for a Security Vetting Support Officer to join them on an initial 12-month contract. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in…

Inside IR35 Public Sector
Pay rate £26.85/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 24 September 2026

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About this contract

Our client has an opportunity for a Security Vetting Support Officer to join them on an initial 12-month contract. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed.

Role: Security Vetting Support Officer
Location: Stevenage or Bolton
Hours: Full Time - 2 days a week in the office, 3 days from home
Hourly Rate: £26.85 per hour via Umbrella - inside IR35
Clearance: BPSS required to start. Full SC will be completed thereafter

What you'll be doing:

Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees.
Supporting with the management of confidential and complex vetting enquiries.
Be point of contact for vetting issues/problems.
Liaise with UKSV and other external agencies when appropriate.
Work with external IT platform to obtain and update security clearances.
Provide support to areas of Security Services.
Lead on departmental projects for successful implementation to meet deadlines.
In addition, you will be required to support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy. Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation.
Essential Requirements:

Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
Strong IT Skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work under pressure and prioritise work as required
Professional meticulous approach, with a keen eye for detail
Experienced on the use of electronic Vetting Databases and multi IT platforms
'Can do' positive attitude for success
Right to live and work in the UK without restrictions
Desirable Requirements:

Security Vetting DISA Course
Experience and knowledge of MOD and defence industry
Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or qualification
Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and on boarding processes for defence industry
Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare of security cleared staff
Presentational experience for the delivery of training

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately!

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity.

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