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Security Service Current Vacancies
2006-11-26:
The Security Services main responsibility is to protect national security and
the economic well-being of the country, and to support the police and other law
enforcement agencies in their work against serious crime.
Linguists work within the Services language unit.
Developed vetting investigation officers carry out the security vetting of new
staff, and also review security clearances of existing employees.
Posts exist within applications management, communications networks,
development, integration and testing, quality management, service desk,
security, server management and telecommunications engineering.
The Security Service also employs people in a wide range of support roles.
These include administrative positions, security guards, building maintenance
and services personnel, and other technician roles.
Many surveillance and some investigative and support roles involve working a
shift rota, which can include weekends. Some roles can involve travel on a
national or international basis.
The Security Service employs approximately 2,200 people, with the majority being
employed on a full-time basis, based mainly in London.
For current vacancies and information on how to apply please visit the Security Service careers website. (Permalink)
MI5 Careers
Current Job Vancancies2007-03-18:
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you to find out more information on the role, to apply or to register your
interest. Although there are many different ways we do this, every member of our
staff is crucial to our work.
We work closely with the UK?s other intelligence services. This site focuses on
careers with the Security Service. About two thirds of our staff work in what we
call generalist roles.
If you can understand the spoken word in another language, please go to the
language page for more information on the opportunities available.
We pride ourselves on providing stimulating careers for our staff. LEARNING AND
DEVELOPMENT
On joining, staff enter a structured induction programme provided by the
Service's Academy. Management development programmes; Language training
facilities; - All staff are eligible for the following benefits:
Training and development opportunities; - We take the welfare of our staff very
seriously and we consult regularly with them on key issues such as pay and
conditions of service, through our staff representative team. The current Staff
Counsellor is John Warne, a former Director at the Home Office.
DIVERSITY
Our staff increasingly come from a range of backgrounds and cultures reflecting
the communities we serve in the UK. 6% of staff are from ethnic minorites.
This page answers frequently asked questions about working for the Security
Service.
About applying for a position - About working for the Security Service
The closing date to return your completed application is 2007.
The Security Service is committed to reflecting both equal opportunities and the
society we protect.
Recruitment process - Role
Intelligence Officer - London 22,750 + benefits five years permanent work
experience to apply.
CCTV Surveillance Officers Greater Manchester Area 16,143 basic rising to 19,372
for shift working
Data Analysts 22,750 + benefits, according to experience
Electronic Installation Technicians West London 19,000 - 22,000 + benefits
English Language Monitor Greater Belfast area Full-time day: 16,143 (excluding
allowances) Shift: 22,300
English Language Transcribers Central London, Full-time - Shift basis 18,682
full time - 25,662 shift basis + benefits and overtime
Head of HR Central London 80,000 - Intelligence Officer London 22,750 - IT
Vacancies Central London - Language Unit London From 22,750
Messaging Systems Engineer 25,000 - 40,000 (Pay award pending) To apply visit
www.harveynash.com, e-mail:
applications@harveynash.com or write to Harvey Nash plc, 13 Bruton Street,
London W1J 6QA,
Middle Manager Central London 33,412 - 41,000 depending on experience
Mobile Surveillance Officer 24,121, rising to 27,658
Mobile Surveillance Officers Greater Manchester Area 21,750 (rising to 25,357
after training)
Network Security Specialist Salary: 25,284 - 34,555 - Receptionists Central
London 16,812
Security Guard Shift Supervisor Greater Manchester Area 17,927 basic, rising to
25,483 for shift working
Security Guards Greater Manchester Area 16,500 basic, rising to 23,050 for shift
work
Technical Project Managers Central London competitive + benefits
Vehicle Body Repair Technicians West London 25,284 depending on qualifications
and experience
Central London
Oracle Applications Support DBAs are required for the Security Service, based in
Central London.
The Security Service protects our society from terrorist threats.
If you have a general recruitment enquiry that is not applicable to our current
vacancies.
Completed application forms should be returned to: TMP Worldwide, Response
Management, Lower Ground Floor, Chancery House,
53-64 Chancery lane, London WC2A 1QS.
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Home Office (www.homeoffice.gov.uk)
A website outlining the Government's work to counter terrorism is available at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/security.
Foreign and Commonwealth Office (www.fco.gov.uk)
The Government department responsible for foreign affairs.
Cabinet Office (www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk)
Information on the Intelligence and Security Committee, which provides parliamentary oversight of the intelligence agencies, is available at www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/intelligence.
Northern Ireland Office (www.nio.gov.uk)
The Northern Ireland Office works to secure a lasting peace in the Province, based on the Good Friday Agreement.
Department of Trade and Industry (www.dti.gov.uk)
The DTI aims to assist UK businesses at home and abroad.
Ministry of Defence (www.mod.uk)
The Defence Intelligence Staff (DIS) of the MOD is part of the UK's central intelligence machinery.
Department of Health (www.dh.gov.uk)
The aim of the Department of Health is to improve the health and well-being of people in England.
Health and Safety Executive (www.hse.gov.uk)
The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in the UK.
Department for Transport (www.dft.gov.uk)
The Security Service works with the Transport Security Devision (TRANSEC) of the DFT on issues of transport security and runs security briefings and roadshows jointly with TRANSEC for members of the transport industry.
HM Revenue and Customs (www.hmrc.gov.uk)
UK Revenue and Customs is the Government department with responsibility for collecting VAT revenue, customs duties and certain other taxes.
Secret Intelligence Service (SIS) (www.sis.gov.uk)
SIS, commonly known as MI6, is responsible for obtaining secret information and conducting operations in support of the UK's foreign policy objectives, and to counter threats to UK interests worldwide.
Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) (www.gchq.gov.uk)
GCHQ is an intelligence and security organisation which reports to the Foreign Secretary.
UK Police Service (www.police.uk)
The UK Police Service portal provides links to regional police force websites.
Association of Chief Police Officers (www.acpo.police.uk)
ACPO coordinates policing policies on behalf of the 43 forces across England and Wales.
Metropolitan Police Anti-Terrorist Branch (www.met.police.uk/terrorism)
The Anti-Terrorist Branch of the Metropolitan Police Service, which investigates all acts of terrorism within the Greater London area.
City of London Police (www.cityoflondon.police.uk)
The City of London Police is responsible for the safety of London's Square Mile.
Police Service of Northern Ireland (www.psni.police.uk)
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) superseded the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC)in November 2001 as a result of the recommendations of the Independent Commission on Policing in Northern Ireland.
National Crime Squad (www.nationalcrimesquad.police.uk)
The National Crime Squad's role is to combat national and international serious and organised crime, typically drug trafficking, immigration, illegal arms trafficking, money laundering, counterfeit currency, kidnap and extortion.
National Criminal Intelligence Service (NCIS) (www.ncis.co.uk)
NCIS works on behalf of all the UK's law enforcement agencies, providing a range of intelligence products and services to aid the fight against serious and organised crime.
Jane's Information Group (www.janes.com)
Jane's Information Group is an independent commercial provider of open source information on defence and security issues.
Chatham House (www.chathamhouse.org.uk)
Chatham House is an independent institute that analyses international issues, including global terrorism.
International Institute for Strategic Studies (www.iiss.org)
The International Institute for Strategic Studies provides objective information and analysis on military and political developments.
Royal United Services Institute (www.rusi.org)
The Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies is a research organisation focusing on UK national and international defence and security issues.
Wilton Park (www.wiltonpark.org.uk)
Wilton Park is an independent Executive Agency of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism (www.tkb.org)
The National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism (MIPT) is a US organisation dedicated to preventing terrorism.
Confederation of British Industry (www.cbi.org.uk)
The CBI represents companies from all sectors of UK business.
National Infrastructure Security Co-ordination Centre (NISCC) (www.niscc.gov.uk)
NISCC is an inter-departmental organisation which co-ordinates and develops work to defend the Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) against electronic attack.
IT Security Awareness for Everyone(www.itsafe.gov.uk)
The IT Security Awareness for Everyone website - www.itsafe.gov.uk - offers free advice as well as virus and threat alerts allowing home and business computer users to surf the net and send / receive emails more safely.
Unified Incident Reporting and Alert Scheme / UNIRAS (www.uniras.gov.uk)
UNIRAS, part of NISCC, works to gather information on IT security incidents in Government departments and agencies, producing periodic analysis and assessment of incidents and trends.
National Technical Authority for Information Assurance (www.cesg.gov.uk)
CESG is the Information Assurance arm of GCHQ which provides advice and assistance on the security of communications and electronic data.
Central Sponsor for Information Assurance (CSIA) (www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/csia)
The Cabinet Office's CSIA unit works with partners in the public and private sectors to help safeguard the UK's IT and telecommunications services.
Security Industry Authority (SIA) (www.the-sia.org.uk)
The Security Industry Authority, which reports to the Home Secretary, manages the licensing of the private security industry as set out in the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
British Standards Institute (BSI) (www.bsi-global.com)
BSI is the world's leading provider of standards covering every aspect of the modern economy.
Criminal Records Bureau (www.crb.gov.uk)
The CRB is an executive agency of the Home Office.
Achieving Best Practice in Your Business (www.dti.gov.uk/bestpractice)
Achieving Best Practice in Your Business is a DTI-led partnership between industry and government that provides small businesses with impartial advice about e-business and information and communications technologies (ICT).
Security Information Service for Business Overseas (SISBO) (www.fco.gov.uk/sisbo)
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office's Security Information Service for Business Overseas (SISBO) assists businesses by providing information on the security and political risks they may face when operating in particular markets overseas.
Preparing for Emergencies (www.pfe.gov.uk)
This website provides practical, commonsense advice for members of the general public on the steps they can taketo prepare for a range of emergencies, including terrorist attack.
Civil Resilience Directorate (www.odpm.gov.uk)
The Civil Resilience Directorate was established in June 2003 to co-ordinate the resilience programmes of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM).
UK Resilience (www.ukresilience.info)
UK Resilience is the website of the Cabinet Office's Civil Contingencies Secretariat.
London Prepared (www.londonprepared.gov.uk)
London Prepared is the website of London Resilience, an inter-agency team working to ensure London is prepared for major incidents or catastrophes.
Emergency Planning College (www.epcollege.gov.uk)
The Emergency Planning College, based within the Civil Contingencies Secretariat of the Cabinet Office, runs short seminars, workshops and courses on an inter-agency basis in the field of crisis management and emergency planning.
The Business Continuity Institute (www.thebci.org)
The mission of the BCI is to promote business continuity management worldwide.
Continuity Forum (www.continuityforum.org)
An online resource for business continuity management professionals, providing advice and support services for organisations wishing to develop their business continuity planning and management.
National Steering Committee on Warning and Informing the Public (NSC) (www.nscwip.info)
The NCS is a partnership of Government, emergency services, public utilities, industry, the media and professional organisations which aims to improve arrangements for warning members of the public of an imminent or actual threat to life, health or property and to inform them of the appropriate action to take.
Health Protection Agency (HPA) (www.hpa.org.uk)
The HPA is dedicated to protecting people's health and reducing the impact of infectious diseases, chemical and radiation hazards and poisons.
Security Service Recruitment (www.mi5careers.gov.uk)
This website provides information on the Service's recruitment schemes and lists current vacancies.
The National Archives (www.nationalarchives.gov.uk)
The National Archives (formerly the Public Record Office) has one of the largest archival collections in the world. See The Security Service at The National Archives.
The Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) (www.ipt-uk.com)
The Investigatory Powers Tribunal is an independent body set up by the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) to consider complaints relating to the activities covered by the act.
The Defence Advisory (DA) Committee (www.dnotice.org.uk)
The Defence Advisory (DA) Committee, a voluntary body made up of media and official representatives, issues notices that are designed to protect sensitive and classified information.
