Vetting Officer
CurrentCarrying out vetting for the UK's aviation regulator enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards.The Aviation Security(AVSEC) team plays a crucial role in keeping aviation safe and secure, helping to develop security policy, monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements and promoting continuous improvement. Responsible for processing applications from industry for National Security Vetting, supporting the decision-making process for clearance applications.Key role in the protective security business applying a range of security checks to the applications received and working with Government departments where further assessment is required.Professionalism as dealing with highly sensitive information and routinely having conversations about criminal history and sensitive related matters.Sound judgement in dealing with cases as responsible for deciding to grant or refuse clearance.Analytical thinking and a keen eye for detail.Responsible for full 5 year background checks and verification of documentation and ID.Interviewing subjects in cases where further assessment is required.Accurate updating of Government case management systems as well as in house data management systems.CAA point of contact overseeing the aviation Accreditation Checks process and applications.Member of the Covert Testing Team within Training & Development Department carrying out coverttesting within the UK Aviation industry and Department of Transport.Aviation auditing experience - Ensuring aviation industry complies with CAA safety standards, regulatory requirements and operational procedures.