Technical Operations Officer - London, United Kingdom - Secret Intelligence Service

Secret Intelligence Service

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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About Us
We are SIS.

Our mission is to protect the security and economic wellbeing of the UK from overseas threats such as regional instability, terrorism, and cyber-attacks.

Working across the globe and in close partnership with MI5 and GCHQ, we help the Government to counter these threats through the provision of secret intelligence.

A role at SIS will see you providing vital support to this work, within a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

About the Role

Our Technical Operations Officers work on behalf of the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) and His Majesty's Government (HMG), using our specialist skills to source vital intelligence that protects the country, and the people we care about.

We're a highly trained, and motivated team with diverse skills sets, looking for Technical Operations Officers to bring their own unique knowledge and experience to the role.

As part of our team, you will use a wide range of technical tools and skills to deliver intelligence that enables us to protect national security.

Whatever your background, you'll work alongside technical officers from a range of specialisms, including software development, computer network infrastructure, RF/telecommunication systems, information and cyber security technologies.

Collaborating with different experts and departments, you'll plan, manage and deliver technical operations in various locations around the world. Using your communication skills, you'll be confident explaining complex information clearly to people without a technical background.

Every project at SIS is different, and the varied nature of our work means there's never a dull day. This role is practical and hands-on, so you'll be using your skills in the field to support our missions.

You'll be based in the UK, but there'll be plenty of opportunities to work overseas - sometimes for extended periods, and at short notice.

So, you'll need to be dedicated, enthusiastic and willing to travel.

About You

Those with relevant industry, academic or other knowledge and experience in engineering, electronics, operating systems and information, or cyber security.

We are looking for people with a proactive approach and the aptitude to competently handle demanding and time-sensitive tasks.

You'll also be able to make informed and timely decisions, behaving proactively in a variety of different situations, both independently and as part of a team.

A keen problem-solver, you'll be resilient and collaborative with a love of learning, keeping up to date with new technologies so you can develop continuously throughout your career.

Training & Development

Technologies advance at a rapid pace, so it's vital for SIS to stay ahead of the game and set the pace in the race for emerging technology.

That's why you'll receive the training to develop and maintain the right skills for the job, and broaden your knowledge across a wide spectrum of skills.

Opportunities for ongoing training could focus on developing your leadership capability and building on your technical skills.

Throughout your career, there's a wide range of learning and development activities you'll have access to, including opportunities that are broader than just your job role.

Our Foundation Technical Operations Officer Training Pathway sets a baseline for all new Technical Operations Officers.

This pathway is both modular and flexible, and can be adapted to reflect your individual needs, skills, experience and expertise.

The pathway lasts at least one year, helping you to integrate into your role in the team in a structured way.

This will help prepare you to perform your best, as you learn within a supportive environment.

You will receive mentoring from established Technical Operations Officers, who will share their knowledge and professional experiences to help you settle and grow into your new role.

There are opportunities for progression throughout your career with us, both within the team and the wider organisation.

Rewards and Benefits
You'll receive a starting salary of
£36,733, including London Weighting, plus other benefits including:

25 days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays
Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme
Interestfree season ticket loan
Excellent pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and onsite coffee bars.
Paid parental and adoption leave.

Equal Opportunities

We're Disability Confident

Ability to demonstrate an overall level of technical competence as well as sound motivations for the role (both will be assessed in the sift of completed Application Forms).
If you pass this, you will be invited to an assessment centre.

This is your offer of interview.

What to Expect
Our recruitment process is fair, transpa