National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence-Technology - London, United Kingdom - UK Civil Service

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Job summary

As an important part of the Ministry of Defence, Defence Intelligence (DI) provides intelligence analysis, specialist outputs and advice that supports decision making across government. At the heart of DI, is the National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence (NCGI).

Everything happens somewhere. NCGI produces intelligence that is referenced in time and space to help decision makers understand, plan, navigate, and target. What we do is help decision makers to understand what is going on.

We are the primary provider of geospatial intelligence advice and expertise, comprising imagery intelligence, geospatial analysis, geospatial services, foundation data and military mapping and, in partnership with the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) and the Meteorological Office, assured data for safety of navigation. We are a national capability, recognisably operating alongside other national intelligence agencies and are the UK�s primary interface for international geospatial intelligence partners.

You may think you need to be an analyst or have an intelligence background to work for NCGI; this is not true. There is a wide range of exciting roles available. Without our highly dedicated teams of enabling staff, such as IT support, finance, security, and facilities management, our critical outputs would just not be�possible. We employ many Civil servants who play a pivotal role in Defence, nationally and internationally, and we are proud to be part of a diverse, forward thinking, broad organisation.

The Technology branch of NCGI (NCGI-T) is one of the enabling teams, providing and supporting IT infrastructure, Communication and Information Systems (CIS) services and project support, enabling NCGI staff to work efficiently with the appropriate resources whilst assuring the delivery of new technology solutions.

Are you keen to embark on a new challenge within the Ministry of Defence? If so, this role could be what you are looking for.

We have a new and exciting opportunity a highly motivated individual to join the NCGI-T Systems Assurance Team (SAT). This team is pivotal in the provision of governance to protect and defend NCGI information and systems from cyber and security threats.

This post is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

Utilising various methods, you will develop and assist the team leader to establish a range of system governance controls to identify, analyse, remediate, and reduce cyber security threats.

Working with your customers and partners across the organisation you will deliver specialist, customised advice and to ensure compliance to current security policies.

Key responsibilities include:

This role will require regular travel to other MOD sites, including the Defence Geographic Centre (DGC), located at Feltham, Middlesex and Aeronautical Information Documents Unit (AIDU), located in Northholt, West London.

In Defence Intelligence (DI) our people solve problems, create understanding and give perspective to the diverse and complex Defence threats and challenges in a rapidly changing world. Together our civilians and military personnel inform decision making in Defence, manage complex finance programmes and develop new technology.�

In DI we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work. We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels. As an equal opportunities employer we hire, train and promote people based on merit and inspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. We also offer flexible working arrangements such as flexi-time, job share and compressed hours.�

All jobs advertised in DI are subject to fair and open competition.

Person specification

The ideal person for this role can work independently and as part of a wider team. Using your own initiative, you can make effective decisions in the interests of your organisation and your customers. Utilising your strong organisational skills, you can prioritise tasks effectively to address complex issues with maximum efficiency. With superb interpersonal skills you can communicate optimally with customers, partners, team members and management.

Essential criteria:

Desirable criteria:

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Technical skills

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Benefits

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Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD.

In addition to this, we have several onsite benefits, including a gym, shop and coffee shop.

The post does not offer relocation expenses.�

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 .�

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.��

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Strategic Command is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to improve the way the Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, all posts within Strategic Command Headquarters and in time the wider organisation, are/will be subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities.� Throughout, the Command�s transformation programme is committed to following the MOD�s framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Command�s personnel and Trade Unions.�

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.�