CTU XT1134 Operational Security Advisor **External**

THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY

Operational Security Advisor
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
Leeds
1 part time position working 14.48 hours (2 Days Thursday/Friday)
1 full time post subject to funding

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and enthusiastic Operational Security Advisor to fill this exciting vacancy. The role plays a critical part within a unique team, providing vital support to the work of Counter Terrorism Policing.

As an Operational Security Advisor, you will be responsible for providing an independent source of specialist, covert law enforcement and risk management expertise. You will be responsible for the strategic direction, development and implementation of operational security across the 7 Force CTP NE Regional model. In addition, you will act as a central point of contact for matters pertaining to operational security and supporting the wider CT network.

To be considered for this position can you answer yes to the following questions?

• Do you have experience of formal risk management techniques?
• Do you have experience of managing information or intelligence gathering techniques?
• Do you have knowledge of the legislative environment relating to covert and intrusive operations by public bodies?
. Do you already hold or have the ability to successful achieve and maintain the College of Policing OPSY Advisor accreditation course?
• Have you knowledge of current practices and procedures in managing public body covert law enforcement techniques?

If you have answered yes to these questions, then this role could be for you.

For a full description of the role and the required skills and experience please view the role profile.

** For further information about this vacancy, please contact hr@ctpne.police.uk**

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and based on your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified—such as presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or AI-generated content, as your own—applications may be withdrawn.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment and developed level developed level personal and financial vetting checks after appointment.

You must be a British Citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the unit. For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.

The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 11 May 2026.

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