Establishment Security Officer Carlisle, England
Job description
As a Security Operations Specialist, you will ensure the correct security posture across offices, sites and facilities, and maintain operational preparedness for security incidents.
You will act as the Crypto custodian for the DM Longtown site, and take responsibility for all classified documents.
You will be involved in assisting with Business Continuity and risk management and be asked to provide informed opinions on security risk, as well as assisting with maintenance of site resilience.
Once competent and appointed, you may be required to undertake weekend and overnight on-site Duty Control Officer (DCO) responsibility in support of Major Accident Control Regulations. Prior experience in a similar position with knowledge of COMAH (Control of Major Accidents and Hazards) Regulations and associated emergency procedures and plans would be advantageous.
You will benefit from the opportunity to develop you career in Security, as well as a generous benefits package outlined below.
Please note this role requires the successful candidate to be on site full time.
Responsibilities
- Manage security risks by overseeing Physical Security operations and the deployment of security measures to effectively protect assets, (information, people, buildings and equipment) throughout the office/site/facility.
- Plan, test, and respond to security/emergency incidents.
- Conduct assurance of all risks pertaining to office/site/facility security, providing evidence-based risk mitigations to decision-makers.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulation and legislation, providing office/site/facility level guidance on the implementation of these through site security instructions or orders.
- Assure the implementation of effective security governance, guidance, education and training for all staff across the office/site/facility.
- Maintain effective strategic relationships with service providers, MOD Police and MOD Guard Service, and with Defence Munitions & DE&S Security chain of command.
- Investigation of security related incidents
Person specification
To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:
- Previous background in a security related position, policing, the military or in operations management in industry OR holder of Security Risk Management (ISO 31001 or equivalent)
- Candidates must either hold the Unit Security Officers Course qualification or be willing to achieve this within 6 months of appointment
In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:
- Protective Security (Awareness)
- Security Compliance and Assurance (Supervised Practitioner)
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
- Market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27%
- Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
- Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications
- Support for progression
- Huge range of discounts
- Volunteering days
- Enhanced parental leave schemes
We believe in creating an environment where our people can grow, thrive, and be their best selves. So whether you’re looking for a next step, a fresh start, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of. If you need any additional support with your application, let us know.
Further Information
More information can be found below:
- DE&S Little Book of Big Benefits: https://bit.ly/3FEb54v
- Further Information: https://bit.ly/3K26Xhl
- Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/3yUwcM1
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £32,500.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1115
