Domain lead - Data and Analysis - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ

Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has initiated an ambitious new strategy to realise a revolutionary change in our use of data to deliver our vital mission. To enable this, we need a dedicated Science and Technology (S&T) capability that places research and innovation at the heart of our technical function. That supports a clear approach for acquiring, analysing, sharing, and implementing S&T requirements across policing and the intelligence community. This includes running pilots and experimentation activities and harnessing the full S&T potential of government, the private sector and academia.

The role

The domain lead role for the Counter Terrorism (CT) research lab is an exciting and important position in the growing CTPHQ S&T capability. You will work closely with both the Chief Scientific Officer for CTP and the CT research lab S&T strategy lead. You will be required to identify, understand and support the national CT Policing community’s current and future needs for research and innovation. Drawing upon your domain expertise to identify problems, appreciate challenges, including but not exclusive to technical, organisational, and human factors, and explore S&T opportunities. You will lead research projects with partner agencies, government departments, academics, and industry, in order to advance CTP’s S&T capabilities.

Key tasks

• provide police, operational, and CT subject matter guidance, advice, and factual information to the Chief Scientific Officer for CTP
• oversee S&T capability demands within your domain. Provide subject matter expertise on projects that span the entire research pipeline, from problem formulation and analysis, leading to integration and transition to core operational deployment of new tools and technology
• manage the successful delivery of your portfolio of S&T projects, for which you will be accountable
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across the CT network and partner agencies
• engage with key partners across the business to support the delivery of S&T services
• facilitate workshops for your ongoing projects
• be responsible for tracking milestones for delivery of your projects
• represent the S&T team at relevant meetings and boards, providing subject matter expertise
• prepare written documents for circulation across the CT network
• ensure stakeholder engagement is effectively supported to drive impactful relationships and support from the S&T pillar
• attendance at venues outside the Met estate, such as regional Counter Terrorism Units (CTUs) and conferences

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.

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 may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact us to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated where applicable.