Navy Command – Authorised Demander IT EO Support & Security

Faslane, Dunbartonshire
Ministry of Defence Royal Navy
Contents

• Location
• About the job
• Benefits
• Things you need to know
• Apply and further information

Location

HMNB Clyde

About the job

Job summary

His Majestys Naval Base Clyde (HMNB Clyde) is home to the United Kingdoms Strategic Nuclear Deterrent, Astute Class Attack Submarines, First Mine Counter Measure Squadron and 43 Cdo Royal Marines. It is an operational support and maintenance base, within the Navy Command TLB and comprises both Faslane and Coulport sites. HMNB Clydes primary purpose is to provide engineering and logistical support to the Royal Navy in maintaining Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD). This is achieved by ensuring at least one Vanguard Class submarine is on patrol at sea every day of the year.

RNAD Coulport is responsible for the storage, processing, maintenance and issue of the Trident Weapon System and the ammunitioning of all submarine-embarked tactical weapons.

HMNB Clyde is the single operational home of the Submarine Service and will become the United Kingdoms Submarine Centre of Excellence. This single integrated operating base is to ensure that the Royal Navy can deliver its operational commitments across all Defence Lines of Development from Scotland on an enduring basis. This transition will provide excellent opportunities for commencing and developing exciting and challenging careers within the Civil Service across a broad range of functions and numerous skillsets in direct support of output delivery.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

The Authorised Demander IT Support & Security post is part of Support & Security Department under the Deputy Head Infrastructure Directorate. As the successful candidate you will be part of a 7-person team delivering ITC Services to HMNB Clyde and its off-site stations. You will be delivering customer requirements and technology changes to IT Services to the user community on these sites.

As an IT Authorised Demander for HMNB Clyde you will be responsible for the management of Navy Command IT Service and Requirements Management processes as follows:

• Manage Navy Command Minor Move process for MODNET assets and infrastructure. Ensuring regularity, propriety and best value for money, whilst enabling Navy Command to achieve business objectives.
• Manage the provision of all non-MODNET related IT requests via the JASPAR/MCSU processes. Ensuring regularity, propriety and best value for money, whilst enabling Navy Command to achieve business objectives.
• Manage GOSCC notification process for planned electrical outages at HMNB Clyde, ensuring all key stakeholders are informed within the required notice period and any Business Continuity action required is in place.
• Manage queries and testing of Clyde software/databases/applications to ensure future compatibility and continued functionality during future MODNET update/upgrades.
• Manage the transfer of all legacy Software Applications to MODNET or provision of guidance to the customer where an alternative solution is required, ensuring required licences/accreditation is in place.
• Manage the provision of non-MODNET systems via identified MoD enabling contracts (SSM). Regular review of requirements and service provision to ensure propriety and value for money is being achieved.
• Provide support to the Site Lead for ongoing Technical Refresh Programmes for MODNET and other Defence Digital projects.
• Monitor the performance of the MODNET Implementation Provider(s) on a regular basis and report any finding/concerns to IT Authorised Demander HEO/SEO.
• Manage regular adhoc tasking including: Manage/maintain access list for Data Centre. Provide assistance to IT Requirements Projects and Site Significant Changes. Assist in timely identification/resolution of joint MoD/Babcock IT comms/compatability issues.

Undertake other tasking appropriate to the post-holders grade and experience as tasked by Authorised Demander IT HEO & SEO.

Person specification

To be successful in this position you need to be a good organiser, who can interrogate information and make sound judgements. You should also have good written and verbal communications skills and enjoy collaborative working and stakeholder management. Lastly, working in an operational environment you will need to have flexibility to adapt and accommodate changing priorities.

Previous working knowledge and experience of working in an IT delivery environment, in a project or requirements management role or as an Authorised Demander are highly desirable.

A Full UK driving licence, is also highly desirable to visit departments and sites across the Clyde Estate.

Behaviours

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Making Effective Decisions
• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service

Benefits

Alongside your salary of 28,300, Ministry of Defence contributes 7,641 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

As a Civil Servant, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.

Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Navy Command Civil Servants include:

• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service.
• A very competitive pension scheme .
• Personal & professional development.
• Alternative & Hybrid working patterns for many roles.
• Access to a confidential, professional support service.
• Discount schemes.
• Bicycle / season ticket loans.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year.
• On-site Facilities (gymnasium, Ski Club, recreational shopping mall, caf, messing facilities etc).
• Free Car Parking.
• Assisted Travel Scheme.
• 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 average employer contribution of 27%.

Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post.

First Appointment Expenses (FAE):

This post offers First Appointment Expenses to new recruits to the Civil Service to assist with costs incurred as a result of relocation or move of home (HM Revenue and Customs restrictions apply). Reimbursement of expenses up to the value of 8k will apply only when a move of home is deemed to be necessary.

Allowances: Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at .

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

Personal Statement: Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (Word count 500)

Candidates will also be assessed on the following Success Profiles Behaviours both at the application and interview stage:

• Leadership
• Making Effective Decisions . click apply for full job details