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Due to commence in late autumn to early winter, the position sits within an Integrated Client Team and offers responsibility for the safe and controlled delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects within a long-term Defence programme.\nThis candidate should have eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance (SC).\nYou’ll be responsible for:\nCoordinating security clearance applications and renewals (BPSS, SC and DV) ensuring records are maintained accurately and confidentially. \nSupporting personnel security processes, including onboarding, transfers, leavers and changes in clearance status. \nActing as a liaison between employees, project teams, clients, UKSV and other security stakeholders. \nMaintaining security records, registers, trackers and documentation in line with programme and client requirements. \nCoordinating security briefings, inductions and awareness activities for project personnel. \nSupporting security audits, inspections and compliance reviews by preparing documentations and evidence.\nSupporting the reporting and escalation of security incidents, concerns and potential breaches.\nYou’ll need to have:\nExperience working in a Defence, Government or other highly regulated environment. \nKnowledge of UK Government security vetting processes, including BPSS, SC and DV clearances. \nStrong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. \nUnderstanding of personnel, physical and information security principles \nKnowledge of data protection, freedom of information and related security legislation. \nExcellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records. \nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills. \nWhat’s on offer:\nCar allowance.\nHybrid working.\nMedical health cover.\nLife insurance.\nIncome protection insurance.\nPension scheme.\nDiscretionary annual salary reviews.\nFamily friendly policies.\n22 days annual leave + 2 Mace days + 3 days Christmas shutdown + 1 additional day leave for every 2 years of service + Bank holidays.\nOur values\nSafety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.\nClient focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.\nIntegrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.\nCreate opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.\nMace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. 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