Defence Online

Type of document: Contract Notice
Country: United Kingdom

1. Title: ISG (INTEROPERABILITY SERVICES AND GATEWAYS) SECURITY ASSURANCE COORDINATOR – SHORT DEADLINE
2. Awarding Authority: Defence Digital, GB. Web:
3. Contract type: Service contract
4. Description: The role is aimed at an experienced Security Assurance Coordinator and involves meeting the requirements of JSP 440, the Defence Manual of Security and ensuring systems meet accreditation standards.  Extensive knowledge of Government and Defence Systems is essential
5. CPV Code(s): 72000000, 72220000, 72300000, 72700000
6. NUTS code(s): UKK, UKK1, UKK15, UKI3
7. Main site or location of works, main place of delivery or main place of performance: South West England
8. Reference attributed by awarding authority: Not provided.
9. Estimated value of requirement: Maximum day rate £ 900 per day (Ex VAT) Budget per day including agency fees
The Limit of Liability for T&S is £5500 (ex VAT), paid on Authority acceptance of actuals at MoD Civilian Rates. Authority approval is required prior to any travel
10. Closing date for applications 1.3.2022 (23:59).
11. Address to which they must be sent: For further information regarding the above contract notice please visit
12. Other information: Deadline for asking questions Thursday 24 February 2022 at 11:59pm GMT
Specialist role Cyber security consultant
Off-payroll (IR35) determination Contracted out service: the off-payroll rules do not apply
Latest start date Monday 2 May 2022
Who the specialist will work with Civilian, Military and contractors within the MOD and wider Defence industry.
What the specialist will work on Provide security assurance to High Assurance Gateway projects across ISG (Interoperability Services and Gateways). The Security and Assurance Coordinator (SAC) will be needed to sustain and support existing live services as well as new capability tasking. The contracted SAC will be needed to provide advice and support to ISG Project Managers working on high assurance gateways.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place Defence Digital, Building 405, Spur D1, Westwells Road, MOD Corsham, SN13 9NR
Working arrangements All tasking will be based at MOD Corsham with a hybrid working pattern of working at MOD Corsham with some limited home working, where tasking allows. You are required 5 days a week, the working day is 8 hours to include 30 minutes for lunch. Day visits may be required within the UK.
Security clearance Valid DV clearance must be in place prior to the contract starting and for the duration of the contract due to the projects the individual is required to work with.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Buyers will use the essential and nice-to-have skills and experience to help them evaluate suppliers’ technical competence.
Essential skills and experience
DV STRAP/TK Clearance – 10%
CCP Senior SIRA status (current/previous) – 10%
Detailed knowledge of Government IA Policy, including JSP440, JSP604, IS1/2, DIANS and NCSC IA guidance – 15%
Detailed knowledge of gateway design and capability including NCSC Architectural Patterns and an in depth understanding of how NCSC work – 15%
Detailed knowledge of Security Requirements and related compliance/noncompliance within the designs – 10%
Detailed knowledge of OSMP documentation – 10%
Detailed knowledge of how the accreditation process works within the UK Government and Defence systems – 15%
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Detailed knowledge of the Assurance Plan in respect of the gateways – 5%
Detailed knowledge of associated Risks and Threats specific to the gateways – 5%
Detailed knowledge of the T&A process that is implemented across Government and Defence system projects – 5%
How suppliers will be evaluated
All suppliers will be asked to provide a work history.
How many specialists to evaluate 3
Cultural fit criteria
Describe how you would work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
Describe a time when you have been transparent and collaborative when making decisions
Give an example of a no-blame culture where you have encouraged people to learn from their mistakes
Illustrate how you have taken responsibility for your work
Give an example of how you have shared knowledge and experience with team members
Additional assessment methods
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
75%
Cultural fit
5%
Price
20%
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