UK Security Operations Manager (Permanent)

Job Title: UK Security Operations Manager

Location- Stevenage

Job Type- Full Time, Permanent

Salary- Upon Application

An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced UK Security Operations Manager to join a unique company based in Stevenage within their UK Security division.

Working in the global defence industry, they currently have 10,000 employees across their UK and European offices and are now looking to increase their headcount by 5% in 2018. Reporting into the Head of UK Security & SHE, the UK Security Operations Manager is responsible for managing a large, multi- skilled, in- house and out- sourced security team with responsibility for delivering physical, information, personnel and project security solutions across 7 sites in the UK.

Primary Responsibilities of the UK Security Operations Manager:

• Leading & developing security teams to deliver high quality and business-orientated policies and processes in support of the company's business activities.
• Devise and implement processes and procedures for the company to maintain compliance with mandated HMG and company security requirements.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with relevant external MoD and Home Office organisations and law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and implement procedures to protect company property, employees and classified information both on and off sites including the dissemination of threat assessments.
• Manage the effective provision of a Technical Security Counter-Measures capability.
• Support the activities of the Information Security team such that the physical security environment complies with mandatory national and international Government accreditation of the company's classified IT systems.
• Manage the Project Security Planning process through development of positive relationships with project teams and creation of effective supporting processes.
• Ensure that UK and overseas off-site trials activities have an enabling and structured security framework that ensures mandatory requirements and recognized best practices are adopted.
• Provide a security consultancy service and investigation support to the company.

What's in it for you:

• This role will allow you to demonstrate your ability to think both strategically and tactically; shaping the security culture of the business. You will have opportunities to develop both personally and professionally though security related training and management development. You will also be able to develop your network by enacting with other security colleagues within the defence industry.
• In the longer-term, the security landscape is fluid and national/ international security policies change constantly. The Security Department must respond accordingly and you will be leading a dynamic team that seeks to anticipate and manage these changes, obtaining the best possible outcome for the business in all cases.
• Competitive salaries, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, discounted private healthcare scheme, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level), and superb learning and development opportunities.

Please note that in order to apply for this role you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance.

What we are looking for:

• You will have a proven track record in the management of high performing security teams and extensive knowledge of UK security regulations and practices in the defence sector.
• You will be a highly motivated team player with a "can do" attitude and the desire for personal development/ growth.
• You will require strong and articulate written and oral skills and will be able to present security information in a confident and engaging manner.
• You will be proficient in motivating staff and ensuring their professional development.
• You will be able to work closely with French, German and Italian colleagues to harmonise the delivery of international security services.
• You will be able to devise and develop enduring and proportionate security solutions that facilitates business activity whilst achieving regulatory compliance.
• Professional qualification in relevant security discipline.

About Aeropeople:

Aeropeople are a leading dedicated Aerospace and Autosport technical services provider specialising in the recruitment of permanent and temporary staff. With our heritage firmly embedded in the Aerospace industry, we ensure the highest levels of expertise and commitment not only our customers but in placing our permanent & temporary staff. With our head office in Cambridge, support offices throughout the UK and offices in Germany, UAE and Italy, Aeropeople are best placed to service your career aspirations.