Vetting Administrator

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We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Vetting Administrator to support the delivery of personnel security processes across Kraken.

Reporting to the Security Manager, you will coordinate BPSS screening, UK Security Vetting applications and security clearance administration for employees and contractors. You will maintain accurate personnel security records, monitor ongoing screening and clearance activity, and provide administrative guidance throughout the vetting process.

You will also support overseas travel, visitor administration and personnel changes that may affect security requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a structured environment where accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail are essential.

• Coordinate Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening activities.
• Administer UK Security Vetting (UKSV) applications and clearance processes.
• Support employees, contractors and line managers throughout screening and vetting activities.
• Monitor and track screening and vetting progress, ensuring activities are completed within agreed timescales.
• Maintain accurate personnel security records, clearance information and vetting documentation.
• Manage security registers, trackers and databases.
• Support personnel changes that may impact security requirements, including role changes and transfers.
• Assist with security clearance reviews, renewals and aftercare activities.
• Maintain records relating to overseas travel and overseas visits.
• Support visitor management processes and associated documentation.
• Provide administrative support across the wider security function.
• Contribute to the continual improvement of personnel security and administration processes.

• Previous administration experience within a confidential, regulated or structured environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using databases, spreadsheets and administrative systems.
• High levels of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• A proactive and dependable approach to work.
• Eligibility to obtain the required UK Security Clearance.

• Experience supporting personnel security, vetting or clearance activities.
• Knowledge of BPSS screening and UK Security Vetting processes.
• Experience working within defence, engineering, maritime or another regulated sector.
• Experience maintaining personnel security records and security databases.
• Understanding of security clearance renewals and aftercare processes.
• Current UK Security Clearance.

You'll take pride in delivering accurate, timely and professional support. You will be trusted to handle sensitive information with discretion, build effective relationships across the business and ensure security processes are administered to a consistently high standard.

You'll enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues while also being confident managing your own workload and priorities. Above all, you'll help promote a culture of professionalism, compliance and continuous improvement across the organisation.

At Kraken, you'll be part of a growing technology and engineering business where security plays an important role in protecting our people, information and operations.

In return, you'll benefit from:

• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to security and compliance activities across the business.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to develop specialist expertise in personnel security and vetting.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to play an important role in supporting business growth and security compliance.

• 25 days holiday per year, plus paid bank holiday
• After two years’ consecutive service, one additional day’s annual leave up to a maximum of five additional days annual leave
• Holiday buy/sell, up to five days per calendar year
• Flexi working, core hours 10:00 to 15:00, subject to departmental requirements
• Private Medical Insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution, there is no cap on the employee contribution level
• Life assurance 3x salary
• Group Income Protection
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all.  Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.