There has been much media traffic recently around security vetting, some positive, mostly negative and some potentially misconstrued but without delving into specifics it is quite clear that a robust and proactive security and risk vetting process is now a critical factor affecting many disciplines.
Vetting and related Due Diligence both on personnel subjects and business organisations is not an exact or keyboard science, it requires a multi-layer approach and an experienced trained researcher blended with diligent skill and the technology of today.
The responsibility level is high, and accordingly it must be viewed as a two way process with full authority and assistance from the subject person.
Prudent researchers assess the task and risk, both from the client and the subject persons perspective, plan the action and carefully utilise trusted methods and sources, including social media platforms which can work to advantage as well as disadvantage for both parties.
A combination of all available resource to gain as much as possible from the intelligence gained is the objective. Never compromise on accuracy, one omission could have detrimental consequences as has been proven of late.
It is wise to remember that the vetting consultants are not the decision makers ultimately, utilise their guidance for sure but it is often only a representative of the organisation that will meet the subject.
The process continues beyond the appointment stage and should be re visited within regular time periods.
Appetite for risk within the role, social peer factors, work attitude, adverse personal situations, alcohol & substance misuse, external manipulation, financial probity and promotion with greater ability to disrupt are all wise considerations. Caution is paramount.
MHG have a long and credible history within the vetting and Due Diligence arena both within the UK and Globally with trusted SC cleared staff personnel and can now offer not only leading edge processing but also can now add a character assessment tool to supplement and enhance existing methods in the form of an online AI capability designed to analyse suitability, capability and risk factor to a significant level of proven accuracy.
This has further advantages to avoid costly mis hiring, mitigate risk both for the subject and the organisation by ensuring a person is not put to undue stress in a role for which they are not suitable, even capable.
It also seeks to highlight potential compromise by external influences or other motivation, the blend of the two processes is, we feel, an ideal solution.
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