National Security Military Program (NSMP) Program - UK

Program Overview The NSP includes three primary stages: Pre-Program, Program, and Post-Program. The goal is to help qualified candidates move efficiently through the clearance process, enter a cleared work environment, and build experience that supports future career opportunities within national security and related fields.

Pre-Program Stage During the Pre-Program stage, candidates submit application materials and required security paperwork for consideration in CenCore’s NSP and for security clearance processing. Because the clearance process can take time, candidates are encouraged to complete their required steps as quickly and accurately as possible. The clearance investigation is expected to take approximately 12 months, although CenCore cannot guarantee the length of the process. Through the NSP, eligible candidates may be sponsored for a Top Secret security clearance with polygraph, which can be valuable for pursuing careers within the Intelligence Community and government contracting environments. The Pre-Program process generally includes application review, interview, completion of required security paperwork, any applicable handwriting sample, physical and drug testing, and submission of completed materials for clearance processing. CenCore provides guidance throughout the process to help candidates understand expectations and complete required steps.

Program Stage The Program stage begins after a candidate receives the required security clearance. At that point, candidates may be assigned to support work in a highly secure government environment, including access control, security monitoring, escort support, or similar duties based on program needs, customer requirements, and candidate qualifications. Candidates who receive their clearance through CenCore’s National Security Program are expected to complete a full-time man-year commitment with CenCore, totaling 2,080 hours. It is anticipated that a portion of this time may be worked in security monitoring or access control while the remaining hours may align with a candidate’s interests, experience, and qualifications in areas such as intelligence analysis, information technology, cyber security, or other cleared career paths.

Post-Program Stage After the program commitment is completed, continued employment with CenCore is not required; however, CenCore’s goal is to help candidates build meaningful experience and identify career opportunities that align with their long-term goals. Candidates may be considered for future roles based on available positions, qualifications, customer requirements, and program needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily security escort services for uncleared contractors, visitors, and other personnel in secure government environments.

Maintain visual and auditory contact with uncleared individuals being escorted at all times.

Remain in close proximity to escorted individuals to help prevent intentional or unintentional disclosure of classified information, materials, or equipment.

Detect and deter covert attempts to obtain classified information, materials, or equipment.

Remain alert, awake, and attentive while performing escort duties.

Enforce applicable security procedures, facility rules, and customer requirements.

Maintain professionalism, reliability, and sound judgment while supporting secure operations.