Security Operations Centre Controller

Job summary

The House of Commons is seeking an experienced Security Operations Centre (SOC) Controller to lead operations at the heart of the UK Parliament. In this pivotal role within the Parliamentary Security Department, you will oversee the smooth running of the SOC, protecting Parliament’s people, buildings and estate.

Job description

Leading a team of SOC Operators, you will ensure security systems - including CCTV, access control, alarms and incident reporting platforms - are used effectively and in line with legislation, policy and governance standards.

You will supervise shifts, monitor performance, conduct quality assurance checks and provide coaching to embed a culture of professionalism, vigilance and inclusivity. Acting as the initial lead on live incidents, you will make safety-critical decisions under pressure, ensuring accurate logging, escalation and follow-up. Working closely with senior leaders and emergency partners, this is a unique opportunity to safeguard one of the UK’s most iconic and high-profile institutions.

Person specification

• Demonstrable experience of managing critical security incidents within a Security Operations Centre environment;
• Demonstrates strong situational awareness and the ability to analyse information from multiple security systems to assess risk;
• Experience of overseeing the effective operation and use of a range of security systems within a Security Operations Centre;
• Ability to adapt communication style and method to the audience and situation;
• Demonstrates effective people management skills, including setting clear expectations, providing guidance and development support.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £36,379, House of Commons contributes £10,538 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

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Selection process details

Application Form- If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an application providing evidence against criteria 1 – 5 in the Job Description.

As part of the selection process, you may be required to complete a test or present a presentation. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is counter-terrorist check (opens in a new window).

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

Apply and further information

This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name : recruitment@parliament.uk
• Email : recruitment@parliament.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : recruitment@parliament.uk

Attachments

Security Operations Centre Controller - Job Description Opens in new window (docx, 951kB)House of Commons Benefits Guide Opens in new window (pdf, 712kB)