NAVY PSYA-WARP Incident Manager SO3
UK Ministry of Defence
Date: 17 hours ago
City: Portsmouth, England
Contract type: Part time
Portsmouth, South East England, PO1 3LU
Job Summary
Located within HM Naval Base Portsmouth, the Principal Security Adviser (PSyA) is looking to recruit an Executive Officer to work in the Warning Advice Reporting Point (WARP), this is a small team responsible for providing a single reporting and co-ordination cell for all security incidents occurring within the Navy Command Top Level Budget (TLB) organisation.
Part of Navy Command Headquarters (NCHQ), the nerve centre of the Naval Service, PSyA provides strategic direction and oversight of security activity and ensures Navy Command TLB aligns with Defence security policy.
Working in a busy environment alongside civil servants and military staff, this vacancy offers the successful applicant an excellent opportunity for an exciting and challenging career in the Defence security environment whilst providing essential support to Navy Command’s operational objectives.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job Description
The WARP provides a 24/7 focal point for the management of security incidents and breaches on behalf of Navy PSyA. The team is responsible for the assessment of security incidents, tasking incident investigation, co-ordination with the Joint Security Coordination Centre (JSyCC) and MODCERT, and the notification of other MOD partners. In addition, the team are responsible for the distribution of the latest security policy updates and documented advice and guidance to the Royal Navy security community.
As WARP Incident Manager, you will be responsible for managing security incidents from cradle to grave; providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) advice/guidance at all levels and at all aspects of security incident administration within the NAVY WARP’s Area of Responsibility (AOR). The working environment is dynamic and challenging, so you will need to be well organised, comfortable working at pace, and possess good judgement and communication skills. Although some experience of working in a security environment would be beneficial, it isn’t essential as you will work closely with subject matter experts who will lead with the assurance and closure of incident investigation.
As part of the role, you will be required to undertake out of hours on-call duties for which you will receive on call allowance. You will be required to be on-call for an average of one week per month.
The WARP provides a 24/7 focal point for the management of security incidents and breaches on behalf of Navy PSyA. The team is responsible for the assessment of security incidents, tasking incident investigation, co-ordination with the Joint Security Coordination Centre (JSyCC) and MODCERT, and the notification of other MOD partners. In addition, the team are responsible for the distribution of the latest security policy updates and documented advice and guidance to the Royal Navy security community.
As WARP Incident Manager, you will be responsible for managing security incidents from cradle to grave; providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) advice/guidance at all levels and at all aspects of security incident administration within the NAVY WARP’s Area of Responsibility (AOR). The working environment is dynamic and challenging, so you will need to be well organised, comfortable working at pace, and possess good judgement and communication skills. Although some experience of working in a security environment would be beneficial, it isn’t essential as you will work closely with subject matter experts who will lead with the assurance and closure of incident investigation.
As part of the role, you will be required to undertake out of hours on-call duties for which you will receive on call allowance. You will be required to be on-call for an average of one week per month.
Person specification
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
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.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Statement of suitability and the following:
Behaviour
At interview, you will be assessed against the above behaviours
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: [email protected] .
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.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
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 security check (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.
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 security check (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.
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.
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).
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
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: [email protected].
Job Summary
Located within HM Naval Base Portsmouth, the Principal Security Adviser (PSyA) is looking to recruit an Executive Officer to work in the Warning Advice Reporting Point (WARP), this is a small team responsible for providing a single reporting and co-ordination cell for all security incidents occurring within the Navy Command Top Level Budget (TLB) organisation.
Part of Navy Command Headquarters (NCHQ), the nerve centre of the Naval Service, PSyA provides strategic direction and oversight of security activity and ensures Navy Command TLB aligns with Defence security policy.
Working in a busy environment alongside civil servants and military staff, this vacancy offers the successful applicant an excellent opportunity for an exciting and challenging career in the Defence security environment whilst providing essential support to Navy Command’s operational objectives.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job Description
The WARP provides a 24/7 focal point for the management of security incidents and breaches on behalf of Navy PSyA. The team is responsible for the assessment of security incidents, tasking incident investigation, co-ordination with the Joint Security Coordination Centre (JSyCC) and MODCERT, and the notification of other MOD partners. In addition, the team are responsible for the distribution of the latest security policy updates and documented advice and guidance to the Royal Navy security community.
As WARP Incident Manager, you will be responsible for managing security incidents from cradle to grave; providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) advice/guidance at all levels and at all aspects of security incident administration within the NAVY WARP’s Area of Responsibility (AOR). The working environment is dynamic and challenging, so you will need to be well organised, comfortable working at pace, and possess good judgement and communication skills. Although some experience of working in a security environment would be beneficial, it isn’t essential as you will work closely with subject matter experts who will lead with the assurance and closure of incident investigation.
As part of the role, you will be required to undertake out of hours on-call duties for which you will receive on call allowance. You will be required to be on-call for an average of one week per month.
The WARP provides a 24/7 focal point for the management of security incidents and breaches on behalf of Navy PSyA. The team is responsible for the assessment of security incidents, tasking incident investigation, co-ordination with the Joint Security Coordination Centre (JSyCC) and MODCERT, and the notification of other MOD partners. In addition, the team are responsible for the distribution of the latest security policy updates and documented advice and guidance to the Royal Navy security community.
As WARP Incident Manager, you will be responsible for managing security incidents from cradle to grave; providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) advice/guidance at all levels and at all aspects of security incident administration within the NAVY WARP’s Area of Responsibility (AOR). The working environment is dynamic and challenging, so you will need to be well organised, comfortable working at pace, and possess good judgement and communication skills. Although some experience of working in a security environment would be beneficial, it isn’t essential as you will work closely with subject matter experts who will lead with the assurance and closure of incident investigation.
As part of the role, you will be required to undertake out of hours on-call duties for which you will receive on call allowance. You will be required to be on-call for an average of one week per month.
Person specification
- Manage a portfolio of security incidents, providing administrative support to ensure they are investigated appropriately and reported to the relevant authorities (e.g., MODCERT and JSyCC), within mandated timescales (iaw JSP 440, and Navy Command Security Regulations).
- Provide advice and guidance on security incident management and policy to all RN units and shore establishments.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders within the security communities.
- Disseminate security information across the NAVY WARP’s AOR.
- Contribute to a continuous 24/7 reporting cell as part of an out of hours duty rota. An average of one week per month will be required to undertake out of hours on-call duties.
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Working Together
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
- 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%
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.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Statement of suitability and the following:
Behaviour
- Working Together
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
- Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (500 Word count)
- Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.
At interview, you will be assessed against the above behaviours
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: [email protected] .
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.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
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 security check (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.
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 security check (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.
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.
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).
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 : Mrs Francesca Powell
- Email : [email protected]
- Email : [email protected]
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: [email protected].
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