Cryptographic Management Assistant

Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking a Cryptographic Management Assistant on an initial 9 month contract located in Glasgow.

NB: The requirement will be 5 days on site.

You will play a vital role in government security. You will help manage one of the UK government's largest cryptographic estates and support services such as issuing and tracking remote working equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Support Cryptographic Custodians in maintaining rigorous controls and accurate records for all assets managed by the Cryptographic Management team, ensuring compliance with government standards.

Organise and account for the movement of cryptographic items, following strict control procedures and manage remote working cryptographic items, including:

• Receipt of items from external government partners.
• Processing items for Return to Manufacturer,
• General maintenance of items.

• Receiving items from external government partners.
• Processing items for return to manufacturer
• Performing general maintenance
• Assist with rekeying activities for cryptographic devices, liaising with internal colleagues and external partners
• Collaborate with Cryptographic Management and other security teams to resolve incidents promptly
• Offer ad-hoc control advice to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Identify and help resolve operational control risks and issues
• Use Service Tickets to manage and prioritise tasks in a methodical manner
• Engage with external partners and stakeholders regarding the control and use of cryptographic materials and items.
• Aid in mandated periodic Accounting and Auditory processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience delivering services in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to follow strict compliance and control procedures
• Experience working in a cryptographic management team or a related function
• Understanding of the government IS4 standard for cryptography/JSP 490
• Recent experience operating within a secure HMG/Defence/secure environment

Desirable Skills

• A relevant security qualification
• Experience in asset management
• Experience in consulting or advisory role
• SC/DV Clearance (current/lapsed/eligible)