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GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters)

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  • Diversity Champion

    BEING GAY, WORKING HERE

    Diversity Champion

    KATIE, Information Specialist
    ‘Some people believe that being bi or gay, or anything other than textbook heterosexual, would rule you out from working in intelligence but that’s not true. GCHQ values ability above everything else – my sexuality hasn’t had an impact on any of my working relationships. I’m proud to be part of our LGBT network, PRIDE.’

QUICK FACTS

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Range of careers including IT, technology, engineering, maths and languages; further details are available on our website

Competitive salary depending on skills and experience

Approximately 5,000 staff

Generous leave allowance, flexible working, childcare vouchers, learning and development opportunities, career support, attractive pensions, occupational health support, sports and social societies

WHO WE ARE

GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) is one of the UK’s intelligence and security agencies and plays a crucial role in countering threats to British people and interests.

MORE ABOUT US

GCHQ has a history of which we are very proud. From the days of Alan Turing and the Bletchley code-breakers during the Second World War, to our present high-tech headquarters in Cheltenham, we have constantly evolved to combat the ever-changing threats against the UK:

• providing vital intelligence to help shape Britain’s response to global events

• working to protect and secure information on government IT and communication systems from hackers and other threats

• combating the alarming growth in internet-based ‘cyber’ attacks.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

GCHQ’s mission is to help safeguard UK society. We want our workforce to reflect the society we protect and are always on the lookout for a mix of skilled and motivated people, from all walks of life, to help us achieve this. So if you want to join an environment where you can really make a difference then look no further. Our opportunities are available to anyone who meets the eligibility criteria. Further information is available on our website.

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