Sofia Site Vetting Officer

This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Security Vetting Specialist to support and process Bulgarian Government, EU, and NATO security clearances, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational requirements. The role involves liaising with authorities such as SCIS, maintaining vetting records, and advising the business on security processes, always acting with the highest level of confidentiality. Candidates must be Bulgarian nationals, eligible for security clearance, and ideally bring prior experience with government vetting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and process all types of security vetting required by the Bulgarian Government, EU, and NATO (new applications, transfers, extensions, renewals).

• Liaise with the Bulgarian Government, particularly the State Commission on Information Security (SCIS), and other security authorities as appropriate.

• Support the business with advice and guidance in coordination with Government Security Services (GSS).

• Maintain physical and electronic vetting records, ensuring timely renewals.

• Manage record keeping and control of Aftercare Incident Reporting.

• Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings.

• Assist applicants and act as SME in collating required documentation for the clearance process, including questionnaires, consents, diplomas, certificates, official notes, medical documentation, and notarized declarations, as mandated by Bulgarian law.

Education and Experience

• Prior knowledge and experience with Bulgarian government security vetting; at least 1 year in a similar role is an advantage.

• Understanding of EU GDPR and the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

• Background in roles requiring strict confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.

• University degree preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and authorities.

• Professionalism in handling adversarial or sensitive situations.

• Strong risk identification and evaluation skills, with capacity for proportionate action.

• Ability to interpret and apply regulations and guidance to specific activities.

• Skilled in the use of IT packages, systems, and databases.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to produce accurate reports.

• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with ability to manage own workload.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining professional standards.

• Must act with absolute discretion and confidentiality.

Impact / Scope

• The role directly supports compliance with Bulgarian Government, EU, and NATO security requirements.

• Ensures accurate and timely processing of security vetting, enabling the organization to meet legal and contractual obligations.

• Builds strong relationships with key stakeholders including SCIS, applicants, and internal management, ensuring smooth and compliant clearance processes.

• Helps safeguard the organization’s reputation and ability to operate securely within sensitive environments.

Security

• Candidates must be Bulgarian nationals.

• Must be willing and eligible to undergo appropriate Bulgarian security clearance.

• Training and oversight will be provided by Government Security Services (GSS).

#Li-Hybrid

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Coaching, Communication, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Personal Initiative, Policy and procedures, Process Improvements {+ 5 more}

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

#bulgaria

Job:

Corporate Administration

Job Level:

Intermediate

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