Inzpire - Security Advisor and Deputy Crypto Custodian in Lincoln

Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent – Full Time

THE COMPANY

Inzpire is a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services. We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

The Security Advisor & Deputy Crypto Custodian provides critical support to the Company Security Controller, ensuring comprehensive security protocols are maintained across the organisation. This multifaceted role encompasses personnel security, physical security management, travel security coordination, and cryptographic material handling. The position is instrumental in maintaining the company's accreditations and ensuring compliance with all relevant security requirements and regulations.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• The role holder will manage the full lifecycle of security clearances for staff and contractors, maintaining accurate vetting records and providing expert guidance on National Security Vetting processes.
• They will safeguard physical security through access control management, CCTV monitoring where required, and implementation of protective measures across company facilities.
• Travel security responsibilities include providing risk assessments for international travel, coordinating with external military and defence sites, and maintaining compliant procedures for inward and outward defence visits.
• As Deputy Crypto Custodian, you will ensure cryptographic materials are properly stored, handled, and accounted for according to HMG baseline measures, maintaining accurate records and emergency protocols while ensuring all personnel working with COMSEC materials hold appropriate clearances.

The position requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion in handling sensitive information, and the ability to communicate effectively across all organisational levels whilst contributing to the company's broader strategic security objectives.

THE PERSON

• Experience in security management, preferably within a defence or government context.
• Understanding of National Security Vetting processes.
• Knowledge of physical security protocols for security accredited facilities.
• Cryptographic Custodian qualification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application.

BENEFITS

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Death in service (x4 salary).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic. We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.