Physical Security Advisor (SC cleared)

Physical Security Advisor

Contract Length: 6 months

Location: Hybrid: National region, will need to travel to different sites
SC Clearance

The key purpose of the client Physical Security Advisor is to provide physical security advice to identify and mitigate security risks in line with business needs. The client Physical Security Advisor will also recommend the appropriate posture of physical and tactical resources to manage sites and maintain operational preparedness for security incidents. The postholder will provide support by ensuring that client successfully discharges its security obligations for all client departments and associated stakeholders. The role involves the requirement to travel across the UK on a regular basis.

Essential criteria:

Experience in conducting security assessments

Experience of working in a multi-client service organisation

The ability to interpret and understand business needs of clients in order to build positive relationships

Working collaboratively in a small team environment and in a positive manner to build trust and rapport across the client

The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to gain support for initiatives and to enable solution implementation

To work autonomously, prioritising tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines (both internal and external) and communicating progress wherever necessary

Conversant with IT systems and the ability to analyse management information to inform decision making

Desirable criteria:

Competent in the management of clients, stakeholders and contractors

Practical experience in negotiation skills that have achieved positive outcomes

Commitment to continuous improvement

Desirable criteria:

Any security related qualifications and/or membership of relevant professional bodies