Vetting Officer
We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the National Security Vetting team at the West Midlands Counter Terrorism Unit (WMCTU). This role is based in our modern offices near to the Birmingham International Airport. You’ll work Monday to Friday, between the core hours of 0700 – 1600.
The role
National Security Vetting is an integral part of a police force’s framework of ethics and professional standards. It assists with identifying individuals who are unsuitable to work within the police service, or to have access to police assets.As a Vetting Officer within WMCTU, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our staff are appropriately National Security vetted, preventing individuals who carry threat and risk from joining the West Midlands Police (WMP).
You’ll be responsible for completing security vetting research on applicants looking to join WMP and WMCTU, who require a National Security Vetting clearance due to the sensitivities of the roles applied for. This will involve researching information on intelligence systems in order to assess potential threat and risk.You’ll have proven research skills and be able to compile clear recommendations on sensitive vetting cases.
Working together within a dedicated team of National Security vetting experts, you’ll also provide advice and support as a Subject Matter Expert regarding vetting requirements with regard to Counter Terrorism Checks (CTC), Security Checks (SC) and Developed Vetting (DV) clearances.
Having the scope to work on your own initiative you’ll be part of a flexible and friendly team. This is a unique, varied, and rewarding challenge within a busy and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities- Utilising a range of Police Information Systems to undertake Counter Terrorism research, criminal records and intelligence checks.
- Maintaining confidentiality and security of information with a thorough working understanding of Data Protection GDPR legislation and the Government Security Classification.
- Accurately interpreting and recording information and intelligence regarding vetting applicants and to manage the security and storage or this information.
- Making an initial assessment on the relevance/appropriateness of information researched to establish potential threat and risk.
- Compiling and documenting clear recommendations on vetting cases for the consideration of the Vetting Decision Maker.
- Maintaining and updating computerised Management Information Systems.
- Supporting the production of statistical performance data.
- Liaising with stakeholders and external partners.
- Actively participating in meetings making valued contributions.
- Dedication to continuous professional development, especially in relation to research techniques and skills.
⚠ This role is subject to successful completion of Developed Vetting.
You must be a citizen of one of the following countries to work for Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands (CTPWM). The UK (including Northern Ireland), USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. If you hold dual nationality, with one of those being British, you may also be considered.For the purposes of safeguarding national security, applicants will be required to hold or acquire the appropriate national security vetting clearance as above, in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002).
CTPWM will support preferred candidates through the appropriate vetting process.