Security Vetting Officers

Employer:

Ministry of Justice

Location:

B2 4QJ

Pay:

£36,151 to £37,887 per year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

21/03/2026

HMPPS Band 5

• Security Vetting Officers [Birmingham] The Person nel Security Vetting Team is expanding as we enter a new era of enhanced vetting within HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). Because of this expansion we operate out of additional offices that are not referenced in the job description.

Our offices are now located in:
Newport Manchester Gartree Birmingham This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team at the forefront of personnel security, playing a vital role in protecting the organisation from potential threats.

As a Security Vetting Officer, you will carry out a range of vetting checks across different applicant groups, helping to ensure that those joining HMPPS share our values and do not pose a risk to the safety, integrity, or mission of the organisation.

Your work will directly support the delivery of secure and effective services across the agency.

Career Development and Progression Opportunities This role offers excellent prospects for professional growth.

Within HMPPS, Security Vetting Officers can progress to senior vetting roles, team leader positions, or apply for broader roles across HMPPS. The skills you develop, such as risk assessment, investigative techniques, and compliance expertise, are highly transferable and valued across the wider security and law enforcement sector.

Officers could go on to secure roles in agencies such as UK Border Force, the National Crime Agency, and other government departments where vetting and security clearance expertise is essential.

These pathways open doors to careers in counter terrorism, organised crime investigations, and border security operations, providing a strong foundation for long-term advancement in the security profession.

Recruitment Process As part of the recruitment process, Candidates successful at the application stage will be invited to a virtual assessment (max. 8 candidates per session with 1 invigilator). Assessment criteria are provided during the session.

Those successful in completing the online assessment will be invited to interview.

Security Clearance All Risk and Capabilities Unit employees must hold SC level security clearance.

For SC clearance you must have the UK footprint of 5 years.

More information can be found about the vetting and clearance levels before completing your application.

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