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Link 16 Electronic Crypt Key Operator (TA)

Closing date for applications: 06/10/2022
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
Specialist role
 Technical Architect
Summary of the work
 CSD L16M EKEY OPERATOR is responsible for; provision of L16 electronic keying material to CSD's cryptographic custodian accounts; Operation of equipment and completion of processes required to enable provision of L16 keymat; Support to CSD and L16 project team to plan and prepare for continued development of CSD L16 support.
Latest start date
 01/11/2022
Expected contract length
 24 months
Location
 South West England
Organisation the work is for
 Ministry of Defence
Maximum day rate
 £665
ABOUT THE WORK
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
 The successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplined team. This team consists of Authority Crown Servants, technical resource, and military staff.
What the specialist will work on
 1.Conduct processes to enable the provision of L16 keymat.2.Act as system manager for the LKMS installation3.Manage incidents and problems with L16 keymat, providing guidance to end users.4.Ensuring cryptographic material is authorised for issue in liaison with CSD teams.5.Document processes associated with End-to-End provision of L16 electronic keymat, stored at an appropriate protective marking and updated as required6.Liaison with sSCs, Controlling Authorities, Key Producers & Users on issues that impact delivery.7.Input into development of CSD support to L16.8.Support the CSD Ekey team to operate and maintain systems and equipment for the provision of ekey.
WORK SETUP
Address where the work will take place
 MOD Corsham, SN13 9NR
Working arrangements
 Due to the requirement to access bespoke IT systems and the nature of the work above OS this role will be office based 5 days a week. There may be occasion to work outside of normal working hours if operationally urgent, as such there is an expectation to be flexible to the Authority’s requirement at short notice. Any leave must be agreed with your line manager.
Security clearance
 Evidence of DV security clearance and validity dates for the duration of the contract will be required by the contract start date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional terms and conditions
 Suppliers must use Authority’s Purchase Payment Tool CP&F or be prepared to sign up to the tool.The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement will be completed and details provided at Stage 2.The Authority reserves the right, but is not obliged to withdraw this advert and/or ITT at any time, or choose not to award any Contract as a result of this tender process, or re-invite Tenders on the same or any alternative basis.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
How many specialists to evaluate
 5
Cultural fit criteria
 -Be able to work comfortably in a joint environment with a mix of Civil Servant and Military staff (1%) -Take responsibility for their work (2%) -Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers (2%) -Social Value - Demonstration of the company’s approach to Support educational attainment relevant to the contract, including training schemes that address skills gaps and result in recognised qualifications (5%) -Social Value - Demonstration of the company’s approach to delivering additional environmental benefits in the performance of the contract, including working towards net zero greenhouse gas emissions (2.5%) -Social Value - Demonstration of the company’s actions to identify and tackle inequality in employment, skills and pay in the contract workforce (2.5%)
Assessment methods
Evaluation weighting
 Technical competence 65% Cultural fit 15% Price 20%
EXPERIENCE
Essential skills and experience
  • Experience of modern Electronic Crypt Key. Relevant and recent experience of using ECK in LINK16 preferred. Experience of similar cryptographic equipment, modern ECU types and systems would be considered
  • High degree of IT competency focusing on solving interoperability issues presented when running on different operating systems. Ability to pass knowledge to permanent members of staff is beneficial
  • Have experience using MOD IT, or similar experience within a relatable industry system
  • Have broad, practical experience all aspects CIS support to operations (or relatable experience similar industry). Experience challenges associated with being on AND supporting operations (similar experience) is beneficial
Nice-to-have skills and experience
  • Cryptographic Custodian Trained
  • Experience of J3/J5 Ops and Plans activities
  • Knowledge and experience of JSP 440, 441, 490, 491
  • Knowledge of tactical data links and communication networks
EXPRESS INTEREST
Closing date for applications: 06/10/2022

Link 16 Electronic Crypt Key Operator (TA)

Closing date for applications: 06/10/2022


Specialist role:

Technical Architect

Location:

South West England

Organisation:

Ministry of Defence

Maximum day rate:

£665
FULL DETAILS / EXPRESS INTEREST HERE
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