Job Description

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Reference number

404589
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Salary

29,580
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP
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Job grade

Executive Officer
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Contract type

Permanent###

Business area

MOD - Navy###

Type of role

Analytical


Intelligence

Investigation


Operational Delivery

Security###

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time###

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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His Majesty's Naval Base (HMNB) Clyde, Faslane site, G84 8HL

About the job

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Job summary

His Majesty's Naval Base Clyde (HMNB Clyde) is home to the UK's Strategic Nuclear Deterrent and Astute Class Attack Submarines. It is an operational support and maintenance Naval Base and comprises both Faslane and Coulport sites. HMNB Clyde's primary purpose is to provide engineering and logistical support to the Royal Navy in maintaining Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD). HMNB Clyde is the single operational home of the Submarine Service and will become the UK's Submarine Centre of Excellence. This provides an excellent opportunity for commencing and developing an exciting and challenging career within the MOD and Civil Service.


The HMNB Clyde Security Organisation (CSyO) is responsible for the Force Protection measures that protect the establishment, including the CASD / attack class submarine fleet, and the Nuclear Weapon programme from a wide range of threats. An established part of this organisation is the Counter Intelligence (CI) Section. A rare opportunity has come available to join the Section as a CI Officer, a position which identifies and counteracts the CI threat.


You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team led by the Counter Intelligence Authority within the wider CSyO - a small, busy, but incredibly friendly CI Section, working the most important security and CI issues across the establishment and maintaining intelligence community and law enforcement relationships and collaboration across the local, regional and national level. It is a team that cares about delivering a quality service to the Naval Base Commander and our Senior Security Leadership Team and delivering high performance CI activities within the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE). We care about culture and well-being, we are inclusive and get to know each other and above all, we look after our people in the team and ensure that the CI Mission is delivered to the highest standards.


The HMNB Clyde CI Section is the focal point for coordinating the response to all CI threat related activity maintaining an unrelenting focus on supporting security operations at the Naval Base.


No day is the same within the Section, one day you may be surged to a large CI or Security investigation conducting interviews and de-briefs at pace, the next you may be using a range of intelligence analytical techniques to review complex data and delivering highly sensitive threat briefings. In this role, you will routinely be engaging with stakeholders across the DNE and wider within the UK Government and UK Intelligence Community (UKIC).

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Job description

The CI Officer is responsible for supporting the operational capability of a multi-functional CI team who are responsible for delivering CI support at HMNB Clyde.


The Clyde CI Mission is to identify and understand threats to security at the establishment posed by threat actors, including Insiders and exploits opportunities by undertaking pro-active CI operational activities and investigations to mitigate and counteract the threat in order to protect HMNB Clyde's information, personnel and assets.


You will be working on a variety of high-profile CI topics and casework that are at the heart of the Ministry of Defence's policies for protecting assets, information and people at HMNB Clyde, so it is key that you have a good understanding of the current and emerging threat landscape. There will also be the opportunity to work across the CI team and gain valuable insight into the Government Security Function and DNE.


No matter your investigative or intelligence experience, we will provide you with bespoke training and ongoing professional development throughout your career in the CI Section.


Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Direct CI collection and assessment activity to ensure that threats are appropriately identified. To support a CI capability that mitigates all threats, Terrorism, Espionage, Subversion, Sabotage, Organised Crime, (TESSOC), including Insider Threat (InTh) to security at HMNB Clyde. Understanding the threat and determining what assets need protecting and advising CSyO on how this can be achieved. Support the delivery of an Insider Threat mitigation programme. Support the continuous delivery of a CI Estimate to inform Naval Base Commander Clyde of current threats within the Area of Operations. Conduct proactive CI activities to identify, disrupt, deny, exploit and mitigate the threat from hostile actors. Identify new, confirmed or likely CI casework through liaison and engagement with Defence Counter Intelligence (DCI), UKIC, Royal Navy Police, Police Service of Scotland, RNCI and other Naval Base Stakeholders. Provide operational and investigative support to CI investigations and operations, ensuring CI investigations are carried out thoroughly, professionally, and expeditiously in accordance with DCI policies. Organise CI interviews and de-briefs and assist in conducting these interviews when required, including conducting research and maintaining CI investigation files and reports. Ensuring that all Restricted Country List (RCL) travel and contact reporting and records are maintained, and that the policy is regularly reviewed and published. Conduct RCL travel briefs and de-briefs and produce reports for review. Conduct searches of intelligence databases, analyse results using Intelligence Analysis Tools and carry out effective case management and create, maintain, and update CI records, including case files. Developing relationships with units at the Naval Base and other RN assets to support their threat and incident reporting requirements. Support CI Authy in the continuous delivery and update of a CI Estimate using the governing principles of Intelligence Preparation of the Environment (IPE) and be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Question 1 briefs to NBC and the Naval Base Senior Security Leadership team. Identify information of relevance to support investigations and threat reporting utilising Open Source Intelligence tools and databases. Manage and contribute towards the update of the HMNB Clyde CI Collection Plan. Support the delivery of the CI Threat Awareness briefings and material to all base personnel.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

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Person specification

Desirable Knowledge and Experience:

Ability to operate in a mixed military-civilian environment and ability to develop strong relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations.


Desirable knowledge of current threats to UK Defence and experience of providing threat awareness briefings.


A background in investigations or intelligence is highly desirable.


Knowledge of intelligence analysis and assessment tools and interview techniques and strategies; Understanding of MOD and wider Government.


Experience in producing and delivering briefings to inform Seniors.

Essential Criteria - Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

Previous experience of working within either an Intelligence, CI or Personnel Security casework role;


Excellent oral and written communications skills and strong interpersonal and organisational skills;


Proven ability to develop good working relationships with a variety of internal and external partners;


Proven ability to plan, organise and manage investigative casework to deliver the best quality and efficient service;


Strong analytical skills and sound judgement to evaluate complex information and make effective decisions;


Developing positive relationships with a range of customers will be key to identify CI requirements and providing security advice at HMNB Clyde.


The post holder must have demonstrable experience of working in an intelligence, CI or Personnel Security casework environment or be prepared to undertake on appointment an extensive and demanding programme of CI, intelligence analysis and investigative interview and research training to obtain appropriate qualifications.


Licences A full Category B (car) driving License is required for this role as it involves driving to various locations, sometimes at short notice to deliver the CI Section and Insider Threat Detection Cell job role outputs. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake driving duties, using a Service vehicle to undertake routine business as part of their role.


This is a Ministry of Defence Reserved Post and is open to sole UK nationals only, successful applicants will require a Developed Vetting (DV) National Security Vetting clearance. You will usually need to have been a resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years before applying for a role with us. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. Certain posts within the Ministry of Defence have restrictions which could affect those who do not have sole British nationality or who have personal connections with certain countries outside the UK, it is important that you read the guidance before applying for a role requiring DV clearance.


This role requires candidates to obtain STRAP clearance, which is an additional layer of clearance for some sensitive roles in addition to DV. STRAP clearance will be applied for once the candidate has obtained DV clearance in pre-employment checks and both must be confirmed before the successful candidate can start in the role.

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Licences

Full Category B driving licence.###

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:


Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Working Together Delivering at Pace

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 29,580, Ministry of Defence contributes 8,569 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 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, Faslane, 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, cafe, messing facilities etc) Free Car Parking Assisted Travel Scheme

Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post.

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%

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.

First Appointment Expenses may be payable, subject to eligibility.

This post offers First Appointment Expenses

to new recruits to the Civil Service to assist with costs incurred as a result of relocation or move of home (HM Revenue and Customs restrictions apply). Reimbursement of expenses up to the value of 8k will apply only when a move of home is deemed to be necessary".


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.

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.


Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (Word count: 500)


At sift, you will be assessed against your CV and Statement of suitability and the following Success Profiles Behaviours:

Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Working Together Delivering at Pace

When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected.


At interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles Behaviours:


Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Working Together Delivering at Pace

Applicants selected for interview will be required to deliver a presentation during the interview process. Further details on the presentation will be provided in advance to selected applicants for interview.


Sift Selection is expected to take place the first week in June 2025 with interviews scheduled to be conducted at HMNB Clyde in person at the beginning of June 2025 (subject to change).



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-Resourcingteam3@mod.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 .



See our vetting charter .
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 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 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 and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : SO2 CI Threats Email : NAVYNBCC-SYCI@mod.gov.uk Telephone : 01436 674321 (Option 1) Ext: 6210
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Recruitment team

Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.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: info@csc.gov.uk.