Job Specifications
Pimperne, South West England, DT11 8RH
Job Summary
As an Alternate Cryptographic Custodian, you will be responsible for the ordering, management, distribution and in-service provision of Cryptographic material and services within Blandford Garrison, including using bespoke MOD IT systems and applications. The post sits within the Distribution and Accounting Facility (DAF) of Blandford Garrison Support Unit.
Blandford Garrison Support Unit sits within The Defence School of Communications and Information Systems (DSCIS) under the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT), which is responsible for delivering all technical training across Defence to meet the operational demands of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force.
DCTT has 2,500 military, civil service and contractor staff based across six locations and we value our diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage mutual respect, actively foster kindness and fairness, and promote a healthy work-life balance. We invest in our people, offering career and personal development opportunities and recognising staff efforts and commitments.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, remote working will not be possible. There may also be occasions when you are called out to visit the DAF if the Intruder Detection System operates.
Job Description
Key duties include (but are not limited to):
Working as part of a small team delivering and managing MOD Cryptographic items, which includes whole-life accounting (bring to account with the Quartermaster's department, storage, account checking, distribution and destruction) and communicating internally and externally with customers and stakeholders.
Delivery of Cryptographic material using many different systems for the ordering, maintenance and delivery of the equipment and key material under their charge.
Raising external paperwork for Assurance musters and checks of holdings, whilst maintaining delivery and accuracy of Cryptographic material, utilising the bespoke in-house computer systems.
Recognising any breach of security policy and taking immediate upward reporting action to mitigate.
Perform out of normal working hours Duty Custodian on-call duties as required (paid allowance applies).
Key Duties Include (but Are Not Limited To)
Working as part of a small team delivering and managing MOD Cryptographic items, which includes whole-life accounting (bring to account with the Quartermaster's department, storage, account checking, distribution and destruction) and communicating internally and externally with customers and stakeholders.
Delivery of Cryptographic material using many different systems for the ordering, maintenance and delivery of the equipment and key material under their charge.
Raising external paperwork for Assurance musters and checks of holdings, whilst maintaining delivery and accuracy of Cryptographic material, utilising the bespoke in-house computer systems.
Recognising any breach of security policy and taking immediate upward reporting action to mitigate.
Perform out of normal working hours Duty Custodian on-call duties as required (paid allowance applies).
Person specification
Applicants will need to demonstrate previous experience of maintaining accurate records, liaising with stakeholders and meeting service timelines. An awareness of security matters would be beneficial.
You will need to be self-motivated and flexible with a keen attention to detail. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be IT proficient and willing to undertake additional post-specific training if not already held (Cryptographic Custodian training & Cryptographic Accounting training).
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Managing a Quality Service
Delivering at Pace
Communicating and Influencing
Working Together
Alongside your salary of PS26,770, Ministry of Defence contributes PS7,755 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
25 days paid annual leave rising by 1 day per completed year of service to a maximum 30 days.
Eight public holidays per year, plus 1 day's grant leave for HM The King's birthday.
Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year.
6 days special leave per year for volunteering activities.
A wide range of Defence discounts, such as Healthcare, Insurance, Motoring, company discounts with Virgin, Vodafone, and Microsoft Office. Find more discounts at https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/all-benefits/
Advance of pay to purchase travel season tickets or 'cycle to work' scheme (upon completion of 6 months service).
Over 60 growing staff Netw
About the Company
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