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Department: Security
Reports to: Security Director
Direct Reports: Personnel Security Manager, Security Manager
Location: Minimum of 3 days on-site, with flexibility to be based in Croydon or Farnborough.

Salary: £80,000

Job Purpose

Responsible for ensuring the security of the organization is effective, efficient, and adaptable to meet governmental, defense, and industry best practices where applicable.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

* Act as a key report to the Security Director and serve as an ambassador for the organization.

* Manage and lead the Security & Vetting Team, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.

* Oversee physical security and vetting operations, including compliance, systems management, business continuity, team performance, and engagement.

* Supervise recruitment and retention of Security Representatives and Administrators.

* Integrate security functions across the organization to ensure consistent service delivery.

* Support senior leadership and key stakeholders in providing holistic protective security, including:

* Managing physical security measures via third-party providers.

* Overseeing compliance for classified data hosting and new builds per secure construction standards.

* Advising on security build requirements and standards.

* Supporting client site visits, inspections, and audits.

* Oversee client-related security and vetting requirements.

* Manage the security contract budget in coordination with the Director of Security.

* Implement and maintain effective performance management processes for contracted security services.

* Ensure security policies and procedures remain current, practical, and aligned with mandated standards.

* Identify and address physical security weaknesses or incidents and conduct security audits.

* Develop, author, and update security instructions, policies, and monthly reports.

* Act as a representative for internal and external audit and accreditation processes.

* Promote a culture of security awareness and training across the organization.

* Perform the role of Crypto Custodian/Alternate (with appropriate training).

* Act as Personnel Security Controller as per company policy and guidelines.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

* Extensive experience in security management and managed security contracts, including budget oversight.

* Minimum of 10 years in managerial roles.

* Proven people management, communication, and observational skills.

* Familiarity with emergency service coordination and vetting management.

* Ability to achieve DV clearance.

* Relevant certifications and training in cryptographic services, protective security, and counter-terrorism.

* Knowledge of security auditing, inspections, and risk assessment is desirable.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with NVQ-level security qualifications