
Location
Hybrid working based at UK Health Security Agency core HQ, 10 South Colonnade, London E14 4PU. Hybrid model requires a minimum of 60% of contractual hours (approximately 3 days per week) working onsite at Canary Wharf.
Hours
Full Time, standard Civil Service working hours.
Salary
£60,494 - £70,566 per annum, pro-rata, Grade 7 Inner
About the Role
We are seeking a Corporate STRAPSO, SRM & Rosa Lead responsible for managing and controlling access to tier 2 and tier 3 facilities across UKHSA locations. The post holder will ensure all personnel and visitors are authorised, hold appropriate national security vetting clearances, and have a valid business requirement to access designated areas and systems. They will facilitate efficient and timely access in a busy, fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
This role requires induction onto the STRAP regime, which regulates access to sensitive intelligence material requiring enhanced protective handling beyond standard government asset arrangements. Eligibility requires full UK nationality or dual/multi-nationality with at least one British nationality, and a verifiable 10-year UK residency footprint.
The role involves maintaining strict confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive organisational information. The post holder will collaborate with security colleagues across UKHSA and other government departments to uphold access control policies and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing secure administrative management and control of sensitive material and environments to maintain accreditation
- Supporting information management compliance with policies and government standards
- Managing routine security and access control in secure environments
- Providing day-to-day advice on sensitive material and IT systems
- Leading liaison with key government partners
- Managing clearance applications, role changes, and IT account access
- Maintaining accurate records of inductions, IT accounts, and security incidents
- Conducting briefings and training sessions for colleagues
- Managing access to secure meeting rooms and video conferencing facilities
- Investigating and resolving security incidents and breaches
- Overseeing financial and operational management including budgeting and asset visibility
- Acting as liaison with senior stakeholders and governance functions
- Overseeing user onboarding, training, and acting as STRAP/Rosa subject matter expert
- Managing enrolment, password resets, key management, and Rosa training
- Leading implementation and governance of SECRET level information and records management
- Managing secure device lifecycle and mobile working arrangements
- Supporting Rosa Service Organisation with material refresh and device management
The role holder may also be required to support UKHSA’s incident response activities as needed.
This description outlines the main duties but is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned as required.
Experience
- Proven experience managing and leading a team in a fast-paced, security-sensitive environment
- Proficiency in IT systems related to vetting and security management, including strong Microsoft Office skills
- Experience designing, developing, and delivering face-to-face training
- Experience liaising with external agencies, national technical authorities, or government departments on security and vetting matters is desirable
- Previous experience working within a STRAP environment or similar high-security government or defence settings is desirable
About you
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive data
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of integrity and discretion
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines accurately while working under pressure
- A proactive and flexible approach to work, focused on continuous improvement and customer service
Qualifications
- Eligibility to apply requires full UK nationality or dual/multi-nationality with at least one British nationality
- Must meet Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance requirements, including a verifiable 10-year UK residency footprint
- Right to work in the UK without immigration restrictions (sponsorship not provided)
- Relevant qualifications or registrations will be required and verified prior to employment commencement
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