People Security Adviser

People Security Adviser Inside IR35 - £450 - £500 p/d Active SC Required Primarily Remote
 

We are supporting the build and evolution of a centralised Security Operations & Intelligence function and are seeking a People Security Advisor to play a key role in establishing and embedding a modern, risk-based personnel security capability.

Operating at SFIA Level 4 (Enable), this role will work closely with the Physical & People Security Integration Lead to design, implement and continuously improve People Security frameworks, policies and processes across a complex, nationally significant environment.

This is a hands-on role combining policy development, risk assessment, investigations, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on integrating People Security across wider security and business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation and continuous improvement of People Security capability and improvement plans

• Develop and maintain People Security policies, standards, controls and procedures aligned to UK Government frameworks

• Conduct People and Physical Security risk assessments, audits and assurance activities

• Lead or support personnel security investigations, incident response and post-incident reviews

• Contribute to the development and delivery of insider risk programmes

• Provide subject matter expertise and advisory support to business stakeholders on People Security matters

• Enable integration across Security, Threat Intelligence, SOC, IAM, HR and Counter Fraud functions

• Support supply chain engagement on People Security standards and controls

• Define and maintain KPIs for People Security risk management and continuous improvement

• Engage with external bodies including National Technical Authorities (e.g. NPSA) and wider government/security forums

• Support security governance through forums, working groups and stakeholder engagement

Required Experience & Skills

• Active SC Clearance

• Strong experience in People (Personnel) Security within UK Government or regulated environments

• In-depth knowledge of UK Government vetting standards and security frameworks

• Experience developing and implementing security policies, standards and procedures

• Proven experience conducting security risk assessments and investigations (personnel and/or physical)

• Ability to influence, negotiate and engage effectively with senior stakeholders

• Experience working within change or transformation environments

• Strong written communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality documentation

• Solid understanding of integrated security disciplines (People, Physical, Cyber)