Job Description

If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
NTR Communications and IT Specialist
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
Package: 38,020 - 50,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
AWE's Nuclear Threat Reduction (NTR) Operations Team is currently looking for an NTR Communications and IT Specialist to contribute to our dynamic and technically challenging area.
The Nuclear Threat Reduction (NTR) Operations team are looking for an experienced specialist to work within the Communications and IT team. The role is to manage and maintain all the secure communications and IT systems used by AWE staff to support the response capabilities that NTR are involved with, whilst also supporting other government departments; this can include training, exercises, and real deployments.
We would welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate knowledge or experience in several of the following:

• Experience of managing and maintaining IT hardware

• Experienced in identifying and implementing user requirements for IT systems

• Experience of maintaining specialist equipment in classified environments
• Experience of working in an operational environment

• Knowledge and experience of through life management
• An understanding of accreditor requirements and how these are applied practically to IT systems in a secure environment.
• Knowledge and experience of requirements and restrictions for compartmented systems
• Experience of developing company policy and procedure to ensure compliance in the use of such systems
• Ability to work extended hours due to operational commitments

In addition, it would be desirable for candidates to have the following:

• The ability to work efficiently with minimal guidance from the leadership team

• Proven ability to communicate well (both written and verbal)
• Experience of establishing excellent working relationships with key internal stakeholders
• An ability to work comfortably in a high-pressure environment
• Knowledge to be able to influence decisions

• Willing to identify and undertake continuous improvement activities in order to develop the capabilities of NTR

The requirement of this post will also require the successful applicant to undertake travel across the UK and abroad if required; and to work extended periods away from home.
Work hard, be rewarded:
We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.
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Next steps:
Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.
Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

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