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MOD Abbey Wood Bristol
Job Summary
Do you want to be at the heart of real Defence issues and play a key role in the United Kingdom’s (UK) national security?
Established in April 2016, the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO) delivers nuclear capability to deter threats and protect our nation.
The DNO oversees all defence nuclear business (excluding operations) and is responsible for providing nuclear deterrence; sponsoring the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE - all the organisations, programmes and people that sustain the UK’s nuclear deterrent); and advising on UK nuclear policy, planning and international co-operation on nuclear matters.
The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for over 60 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, and that of our NATO Allies. To ensure that we have a credible and capable nuclear deterrent for as long as the security situation requires, we are building four new nuclear armed submarines – known as the Dreadnought Class – and replacing our nuclear warheads. These renewal programmes will utilise world-leading technology and are a showcase in science and engineering, highlighting the prowess of British industry.
Here at DNO we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also essential for a thriving and successful organisation. We know that diverse teams bring a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and ideas, which lead to better decision-making, creativity, and innovation. We have a culture where differences are celebrated and our people feel supported, included, and empowered. Join us and be part of an organisation that truly values diversity and inclusion and makes a positive impact on the world.
The Assurance Team supports Chief Defence Nuclear (CDN) in ensuring the coherent management of security and the reporting of aggregated risks across the DNE by: delivering and cohering risk-based security assurance; providing challenge, independent of delivery, for Accountable Person (APs), Regulated Persons (RPs) and Senior Responsible Officers (SROs); and testing the secure delivery of effective nuclear security regimes and compliance to MOD’s (relevant) policies and regulations to provide security assurance that enables programmatic decision making.
The posts are advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job Description
These roles you will be responsible for driving security improvements across the DNE through providing Second Line Assurance as part of 3 Lines of Defence (3LODS). You would be responsible for providing proportionate, targeted, and prioritised risk-based security assurance activities across a nuclear security regime built to protect Defence Nuclear Assets (DNA), Defence Nuclear Information (DNI) and Accountable Nuclear Material (ANM) across the sites, operations, programmes and projects that make up the DNE.
You will conduct site based NMA&C assurance activities across the Defence and Civil sites, through assessment and testing of RPs (or Duty Holder) Nuclear Material Accountancy arrangements, undertaking Physical Inventory Verification of ANM and to assess the effectiveness of site accountancy and control and compliance, engaging closely with the Defence Nuclear Security Regulator (DefNucSyR).
You will be responsible for maintaining and promoting security assurance as a key organisational priority. This includes identifying and managing the interfaces between safety, security, emergency preparedness, and other programme and project requirements to support the strategic priorities of the DNE. The role will require flexibility, as security assurance activities may involve working unsociable hours, travelling across the UK, and occasionally travelling to foreign countries.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for these posts but will require regular workplace attendance due to security constraints and access to appropriate IT operating systems.
Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before submitting their application.
These roles you will be responsible for driving security improvements across the DNE through providing Second Line Assurance as part of 3 Lines of Defence (3LODS). You would be responsible for providing proportionate, targeted, and prioritised risk-based security assurance activities across a nuclear security regime built to protect Defence Nuclear Assets (DNA), Defence Nuclear Information (DNI) and Accountable Nuclear Material (ANM) across the sites, operations, programmes and projects that make up the DNE.
You will conduct site based NMA&C assurance activities across the Defence and Civil sites, through assessment and testing of RPs (or Duty Holder) Nuclear Material Accountancy arrangements, undertaking Physical Inventory Verification of ANM and to assess the effectiveness of site accountancy and control and compliance, engaging closely with the Defence Nuclear Security Regulator (DefNucSyR).
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About the Company
We protect the security, independence and interests of the United Kingdom at home and abroad. We work with our allies and partners whenever possible.
Our aim is to ensure that the UK’s Armed Forces have the training, equipment and support necessary for their work, and that we keep within budget.
Our priorities 2015 to 2020 are to:
· protect our people
· project our global influence
· promote our prosperity
· maintain a strategic base and integrated global support network, and manage the D...
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