ERSOU – ROCU – Police Staff PO1/2 – Security and Data Assurance Officer
Force: Bedfordshire PoliceLocation: StevenageGrade: PO1/2Salary: £43,668 to £49,716 (per annum)
Job Description
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and professional person to join ERSOU as a Security and Data Assurance Officer. This role plays a critical part in protecting the organisation from security threats posed by hostile actors and organised crime networks. The successful candidate will strengthen organisational security and ensure robust data assurance practices across the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit.
Responsibilities
- Promote a strong information security culture
- Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures
- Provide physical and personal security advice
- Conduct audits and manage penetration testing activity
- Investigate and maintain records of security incidents
- Coordinate access control and act as a point of contact
- Support data assurance and MOPI compliance
- Deliver security training and briefings
- Build effective partnerships across the seven forces
- Possess knowledge of covert law enforcement environments (desirable)
- Have an investigative background (desirable)
- Exhibit excellent communication skills
- Display strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high‑quality reports
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant professional experience in security, data assurance, or related discipline
- Knowledge of information security standards and compliance frameworks
- Experience conducting audits, penetration testing, and incident response
- Strong communication, analytical and reporting skills
Benefits
- Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions and death‑in‑service benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service)
- Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service)
- Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service)
- Carers and Discretionary Leave
- Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent)
- Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on‑site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent)
- Sports & Social Clubs: Discounts, trips and events through dedicated clubs
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers
- Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans and independent financial advice
- Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing
- Staff Support Networks: Groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith‑based groups and more
- Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON
- Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion and leadership training
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
- People of all ages and abilities
- All faiths and religions
- LGBTQ+ communities
- Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds
Vetting
Applicants must hold or be prepared to undertake Management Vetting (5‑year residency criteria) and Security Clearance (5‑year residency criteria) or Development Vetting, if applicable, before taking up the post. The Police Corporate Vetting Unit will also conduct financial and background checks as part of the selection process. Applicants are required to meet nationality and residency requirements for National Security Vetting. This is a reserved post under the Civil Service Nationality Rules and is open only to UK Nationals or those meeting the stipulated criteria.
Additional Information
Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to be eligible. Please download and store a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be available once the advert closes.
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