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Transport Security Science Lead

2 months ago

Birmingham, Alabama, United States Department for Transport Full time

Job Overview

We acknowledge the obstacles that individuals with protected characteristics may face in the employment landscape and career advancement. Our commitment to inclusivity as an employer is unwavering, and we strive to ensure equal opportunities for all. We are eager to cultivate a workforce that reflects diversity, actively encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those with gender diverse identities.

Do you possess expertise in a scientific or technical field?

Can you foster and sustain robust working relationships with a variety of stakeholders?

Have you managed a dynamic and intricate portfolio of projects?

If your answer is yes, we would be interested in your application.

Position Description

The Transport Security Directorate (TSD) collaborates across the Department for Transport, Her Majesty's Government, and various partners to address the threats faced by the transport sector both domestically and globally. We spearhead significant initiatives aimed at enhancing the transport sector's cyber security, as well as maritime and aviation security frameworks, while also engaging with international partners to elevate global standards and enhance capabilities.

We are seeking individuals with a scientific background to join the National Security Science and Research (NSSR) Division within TSD. This team operates in a high-energy environment, providing evidence-based scientific and technical guidance across diverse disciplines, including physics, chemistry, engineering, human factors, and ergonomics, while also supporting responses to security incidents within the transport network.

Your responsibilities will include leading thematic research and development projects focused on transport security, acting as a liaison between NSSR and our transport security policy teams. You will initiate and manage a variety of technical projects aimed at assessing threats to transport and proposing and evaluating strategies for threat mitigation or impact reduction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for a designated research theme, with the specific technical area dependent on your expertise and qualifications. This may include computational model design, systems engineering, data management, threat detection technologies, and risk assessment across all transport modes, providing support and guidance to both the NSSR division and policy colleagues.
  • Oversee the commissioning, execution, and utilization of transport security research and development initiatives.
  • Conduct technical reviews and interpret data to provide evidence-based recommendations to security policy leaders.
  • Establish effective partnerships with expert counterparts across government departments and intelligence agencies.
  • Influence and leverage related international research and development efforts, including representing the UK in discussions with partner nations.

For further details, please refer to the attached Role Profile.

Candidate Profile

To excel in this position, you should:

  • Have a background in a scientific or technical domain, including experience in leading or overseeing technical projects.
  • Understand the intersection of science and technology in the context of security.
  • Demonstrate the ability to manage relationships with teams and stakeholders effectively.
  • Have a track record of making informed decisions to meet project requirements.
  • Be skilled in communicating scientific concepts to audiences without technical backgrounds.

Applicants will be expected to showcase their technical experience during the selection process.

Additional Information

It is expected that a minimum of 60% of your working hours will be spent at your primary workplace, although attendance at other locations for official duties may also be required.

This role will involve UK travel approximately twice a month, with opportunities for occasional international travel. Travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with departmental policies.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain SC clearance, with the potential for DV clearance in the future if necessary.

Qualifications

A formal qualification in a STEM subject at degree level or equivalent experience is required.

Behaviors

During the selection process, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviors:

  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Seeing the Big Picture
  • Communicating and Influencing

Technical Skills

Candidates will also be evaluated on the following technical skills:

  • Government Science and Engineering Career Framework - Applying Knowledge.
  • Government Science and Engineering Career Framework - Engagement with Others.

Benefits

Joining our esteemed Civil Service offers access to a wide array of exceptional benefits, including generous annual leave, attractive pension options, flexible working arrangements, inclusive work environments, and numerous other resources to support a healthy work-life balance.