Senior Security Consultant - Security Risk Management

WSP USA; Dubai; On-site; AED 293,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Security Consultant to join their team. This role involves leading security risk assessments, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and mentoring junior members. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in physical security and relevant certifications. This position offers the chance to influence landmark developments and critical infrastructure projects while working in a dynamic environment focused on security integration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in physical security within the built environment.
• Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, or CSC are highly desirable.
• Proven track record delivering high-profile projects across various sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver security risk assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate security.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

Client engagement

Business development

Risk assessment

Physical security

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security Risk Management

MBA preferred

Tools

BIM

Job description

At WSP, our Security Risk Management team delivers comprehensive design and advisory services to protect people, assets, and operations. We specialize in Security Threat and Risk Assessments, Project Security Briefs, and Security Strategies tailored to the unique needs of each project.

We are seeking a Senior Security Consultant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on landmark developments and critical infrastructure projects across the region, influencing how security integrates into world-class built environments.

• Represent WSP’s Security Risk Management team with clients and stakeholders.

• Lead and deliver security risk assessments, strategic design work, and audits of existing facilities.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate security into complex built environment projects.

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing.

• Support business development by identifying opportunities, attending client meetings, and converting leads into project wins.

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Risk Management, Physical Security Engineering, or Business Administration (MBA preferred).

• 8+ years’ experience in physical security within the built environment and or management consulting.

• Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, or CSC (highly desirable).

• Proven track record delivering high-profile projects across commercial, mixed-use, residential, and critical infrastructure sectors.

• Strong client engagement and business development skills.

• Proficiency in industry-standard tools (e.g., BIM). Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.