Job Vacancy Alternate Crypto Custodian

Alternate Crypto Custodian

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £29,940 - £35,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight.

Let us introduce the role

AWE is currently recruiting for an Alternate Crypto Custodian for the Live Services group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Crypto Custodian with Internal and external audits and musters.
• Carry out weekly and monthly Crypto checks and musters.
• Ensure safe custody, registration, mustering, amendment, issue, safe handling and disposal of the Cryptographic Assets held at all locations.
• Carry out annual practice of Emergency Evacuation and Fire Orders and procedures.
• Provide advice on all aspects of cryptographic security and the methods necessary to provide the correct level of protection relevant to their cryptographic holdings.
• Deliver Crypto Authorisation briefs.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of all documentation relevant to AWE Crypto requirements.
• Assist with the maintenance of an accurate and up to date system of Central Accounting for all Cryptographic Assets.
• Carry out and certify the routine destruction of superseded or surplus Cryptographic Assets
• To support the Technical Service Manager and Team Leaders in maintaining the operational status, and maximising availability of assets to programme demanders.

Key Accountabilities:

• Delivery of security requirements within the Crypto elements of the Crypto Management Plan (CMP)
• Implementation and adherence to JSP 490, JSP 491 and HMG IA4 for all Crypto Assets.
• Support to the AWE Crypto Custodian for the lifecycle management of all Crypto items.
• Be responsible for diagnosing and following through to resolution any problems, escalating to team members or other teams and vendors when required.
• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.

Please be aware that as part of this role there will be a requirement for domestic & international travel which can include overnight stays. On average this is likely to be once a month however there will be occasions where this demand is higher.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Good communicator (Written and oral) with sound facilitation skills that can be related to colleagues of all levels including contractors.
• Ability to operate under pressure and influence decisions.
• Technical investigation and problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient computing skills.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Good awareness of physical security requirements.
• Good knowledge of theory and practical aspects of security.
• Any knowledge of Crypto advantageous.
• Knowledge of JSP 490, JSP 491 and HMG IA4 advantageous.

You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
• Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

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