People Security Adviser Inside IR35 - £400 - £425 p/d Active SC Required Primarily Remote

We are supporting the build and evolution of a centralised Security Operations & Intelligence function and are seeking a People Security Advisor to play a key role in establishing and embedding a modern, risk-based personnel security capability.

Operating at SFIA Level 4 (Enable), this role will work closely with the Physical & People Security Integration Lead to design, implement and continuously improve People Security frameworks, policies and processes across a complex, nationally significant environment.

This is a hands-on role combining policy development, risk assessment, investigations, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on integrating People Security across wider security and business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation and continuous improvement of People Security capability and improvement plans
• Develop and maintain People Security policies, standards, controls and procedures aligned to UK Government frameworks
• Conduct People and Physical Security risk assessments, audits and assurance activities
• Lead or support personnel security investigations, incident response and post-incident reviews
• Contribute to the development and delivery of insider risk programmes
• Provide subject matter expertise and advisory support to business stakeholders on People Security matters
• Enable integration across Security, Threat Intelligence, SOC, IAM, HR and Counter Fraud functions
• Support supply chain engagement on People Security standards and controls
• Define and maintain KPIs for People Security risk management and continuous improvement
• Engage with external bodies including National Technical Authorities (eg NPSA) and wider government/security forums
• Support security governance through forums, working groups and stakeholder engagement

Required Experience & Skills

• Active SC Clearance
• Strong experience in People (Personnel) Security within UK Government or regulated environments
• In-depth knowledge of UK Government vetting standards and security frameworks
• Experience developing and implementing security policies, standards and procedures
• Proven experience conducting security risk assessments and investigations (personnel and/or physical)
• Ability to influence, negotiate and engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Experience working within change or transformation environments
• Strong written communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality documentation
• Solid understanding of integrated security disciplines (People, Physical, Cyber)