Security Administrator - Reading, Berkshire

Security Administrator - Reading, Berkshire, RG2 6AD

Contract: PermanentSalary: Offering up to 35,000 per annum depending on experience and skillsThe Protective Security Team are responsible for keeping Thames Water people, infrastructure, assets, operations, processes, and data secure. As an Administrator in the Protective Security Team working alongside the other team administrators, you will supply the day-to-day administrative service the team requires, provide some administrative assistance to facilitate our security vetting process, and support the Protective Security Management Team in meeting our regulatory and legal requirements to organisations such as DEFRA.

What youll be doing as a Security Administrator

• Assisting in the administration associated with legislative compliance.
• Management and updating of the team databases, spreadsheets and shared team spaces, including SharePoint sites (private and business-facing sites).
• Processing of vetting application forms for onward vetting checks.
• Management shared mailboxes.
• Secretariat duties for team governance meetings and ad hoc meeting support.
• Monitoring incident reporting and collating data for analysis and preparation for onward reporting.
• Collation of risk and management information, and preparation for its presentation as per business governance schedules.
• Coordination and monitoring of team schedules.
• Supporting the Programme Team.
• Ad hoc administrative tasks.

Location Hybrid Kemble Court, Reading

Hours 36 hours per week.

What you should bring to the role

• Previously employed in a similar administrative environment, i.e. audit, compliance, preferably within a regulated, structured or security environment.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms and Power BI).
• Working with large volumes of data and a keen eye for detail with an analytical and curious mind.
• Organisational skill and the ability to manage and prioritise own workload to meet regulator milestones and organisational deadlines.
• Effective communication and relationship building with key stakeholders.
• Experience using Microsoft Forms and Power BI.

Whats in it for you?

• Offering between 30,000 and 35,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments Open to all once a year.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on
secondment)

Who are we?

Were the UKs largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. Its a big job, and weve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, youll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If youre looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of peoples lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, well be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Were committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether thats extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. Werehere to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, youll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. Its also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.