SO15 - CASU - Operational Network Engineer
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Job Title: SO15 - CASU - Operational Network Engineer
Salary: £45,192 to £49,280 plus a Location allowance of £1,721. You will receive £45,192 the band minimum. Progress to the band maximum of £49,280 will be via incremental progression.
Location: Vauxhall
Job Summary
This position is within SO15 – Covert Asset Support Unit (CASU) - Technical Operations.
CASU provides surveillance support to CT operations by providing staff to the Counter Terrorism Operations Room and deploying covert assets. The role of CASU Tech Ops Network Engineer is to manage and maintain the SO15 network in support of the CT Network.
Key Tasks
The post holder will be required to do the following:
- To provide practical technical support by means of a working knowledge of a broad range of engineering subjects (detailed below)
- Participation in an 'on call' rota in order to provide an operational response capability, in accordance with MPS staff terms and conditions and allowances.
- Supervisory responsibility for Band I Engineers
- Requirement to work unsociable hours on occasion, possibly at short notice
- Requirement to work in difficult and challenging environments, subject to the appropriate risk assessment process and mitigation measures being put in place.
- Interaction with members of the public, in a professional manner, whilst maintaining confidentiality in sensitive environments
- Keeping abreast of developments in relevant technologies, e.g. via trade journals, exhibitions, seminars etc., and to identify alternative equipment options and improvements in order to enhance operational capabilities
- Driving MPS vehicles
- Working with sensitive and classified information, in a covert environment
- Deploying operationally where needed in and around London and surrounding areas
Key Skills
The post holder must have:
- A HNC/HND or degree in a relevant subject or recognised engineering training e.g. armed forces training or apprenticeship.
- The role requires a working knowledge of a broad range of engineering subjects including:
- Cisco networking
- IT software and hardware
- Transmission systems including frequency spectrum, modulation methods, antennas, IP radio, mobile phone networks (2G, 3G, 4G), RF equipment
- Telecommunications or Data-communications
- IP networks and wireless links
- Engineering documentation
- Switch & Firewall configuration
Experience
At least 3 years post-training experience of installation and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems.
Desirables
A working knowledge of:
- Video and audio standards and compression techniques, video and audio recording including NVR’s and mass storage of date
- Video Monitoring Systems
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Telecoms services
- GPS
- Operational experience of deployments of audio, CCTV and associated transmission
- Experience of supervision of technical staff.
- Experience of specification, evaluation and procurement of technical equipment.
- Experience of technical project management.
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.
Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.
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).
Counter Terrorism Policing recruitment is open to all, but we are keen to positively support those who are younger in service to join into our specialist environment.
Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:
https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/
Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 12/06/2023.
Essential Criteria
One or more of the following qualifications/skills are essential to the role and proof will be required at Interview:
- A HNC/HND or degree in a relevant subject or recognised engineering training e.g. armed forces training or apprenticeship.
- College of Policing accreditation in technical operations skillset (i.e. deploying technical surveillance equipment) or an equivalent accreditation with other bodies such as Law Enforcement Agencies, MOD or Services Agency.
- BTEC, City & Guilds or NVQ in one of the following subjects:
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- CCTV/Security Systems Engineering.
- IP networks and wireless links.
- Video and audio standards and compression techniques, video and audio recording including NVRs and video monitoring systems.
- Installing low voltage CCTV systems in industrial/commercial environments.
- Transmission systems including frequency spectrum, modulation methods, antennas, IP radio, mobile phone networks & telecoms circuits.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working in a similar role (e.g. in a law enforcement or military Technical Support Unit), to include front-line experience of operational deployments of audio, CCTV and associated transmission equipment.
- Experience of supervision of technical staff.
- Experience of specification, evaluation and procurement of technical equipment.
- Experience of technical project management.
Key Skills
The post holder must have:
We are looking for individuals who have a range of skills including electrical, mechanical, fabrication, coding, and network installation experience (this list is not exhaustive). You could be someone who is currently working within the trade industry as a CCTV installer/electrician or you could be a university graduate with an engineering background looking to start a career in this field. What makes our team unique is that every person brings a unique skill that can be called upon and shared when needed.
Please provide your dates to avoid for the next 2 months; these should be listed at the bottom of your application.
- We are innovative and open-minded at level 2
- We take ownership at level 2
- We support, deliver and inspire at level 2
- Professionalism
Disability Confident Statement
The Met is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority groups and females.
As a Disability Confident employer, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. If you consider yourself to have access, workplace or reasonable adjustment requirements that need to be accommodated, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence and will not affect any recruitment decisions.
Read our full disability confidence statement.
This opportunity is closed to applications.