CTPHQ Surveillance Operational Security Manager – TOpSy and OpSy - Band L - Coordination Centre- Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Job Title: CTPHQ National Surveillance Operational Security Manager – TOpSy and OpSy - Coordination Centre- Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Salary: The starting salary is £68,295, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.
The salary is broken down as £65,367 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £70,012 Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: West Brompton
Job Summary
The roles of the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ) Technical Operational Security Manager (TOpSy) and Surveillance Operational Security Manager (SV/OpSy) are to support the National CT improvement delivery plan for Counter Terrorism Policing.
The focus of the TOpSy and OpSy is to provide an independent source of specialist law enforcement expertise to support operational security in Surveillance and Humint operations.
Key Tasks
The post holders will be required to work across the CTPHQ Surveillance and Humint capability portfolio and specifically undertake direct responsibility for advising on the technical security, integrity and ethical conduct of CTP Surveillance and Humint operations.
The post holder will seek to implement and maintain consistency in standards of technical security and practice across the CTP Surveillance and Humint capability in accordance with legislation and national guidelines.
The role will include the following:
- To provide tactical and technical OpSy advice, management and support for National CTP Surveillance and Humint teams, with an emphasis upon risk assessment and risk management.
- Provide a Quality Assurance/Inspection & Review function in respect of technical aspects of Surveillance and Humint activity, infrastructure, policy and procedures, promoting and maintaining the integrity of operations and the organisation through an independent and objective process of reviews, thematic inspections and risk assessments.
- To provide technical and practical security advice and guidance specifically for Surveillance and Humint operatives, their technical capabilities and other intellectual property in the management of risk and avoidance of compromise to ensure personal, operational and public safety.
- Where appropriate, produce technical written risk assessments for the organisation and/or senior management to assist in the process of authorising high-risk Surveillance and Humint operations both within the United Kingdom and overseas.
- To review Surveillance and Humint operational compromises as and when they arise, identify issues relating to technical risk and provide recommendations to improve policy and operational practice
- To provide an effective link with CTPHQ anti-corruption capabilities to ensure appropriate risk mitigation is in place to counter the risk of corruption and insider threats to technical capabilities
- To intercede in any investigation or intelligence operation, to test its integrity, review cases and highlight those which appear to be at risk
- To promote the reporting of operational security incidents or compromises to facilitate learning and reduce the risk to future operations
- Provide briefings to senior officers regarding National CTP Surveillance and Humint network risk
- Liaise as required with other partner agencies, HMIC, IPCO, the Office of Data Communications Commissioners, the Investigatory Powers Tribunal, National Cyber Security Centre, national law enforcement capability boards, and the Criminal Cases Review Board, in respect of inspections, reviews and tribunals involving Surveillance and Humint tactics
- To oversee and advise on the tasking of CTP Surveillance and Humint assets against new and emerging technical threats
- Maintain regular engagement with the network of regional (T)OpSy’s to share knowledge and provide support and advice as and when required with all matters involving OpSy.
Vetting
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.
This post requires British nationality (some dual nationals may be ineligible) and an Enhanced Security Check (eSC)/Developed Vetting (DV)] clearance.
As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.
Confidentiality Agreement
Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.
Our Employee Commitments
Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).
How to apply
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Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 7th July 2025.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 1-2 weeks after the vacancy has closed.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 1-2 weeks after the hiring managers review.