Defence Factory Security Lead

Isembard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Isembard seeks a Security Controller for our London factory in Southwark to own physical and personnel security, implement vetting policies, and coordinate government security requirements across the network. You will advise other sites and maintain audit-ready records while collaborating with Legal, IT, cyber-security and export control.

The role requires experience in UK defence security, BPSS and national security vetting, and a practical, hands-on approach to security in a busy manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience in a security role at a UK defence supplier or equivalent government/military security background.
• Working knowledge of UK personnel security, including BPSS and national security vetting.
• Experience managing physical security for a site.
• Familiarity with UK government security requirements for defence suppliers.
• Discretion, sound judgement and clear communication.
• A practical approach: security that works in a busy factory.

Responsibilities

• Own physical security at our Southwark site, including access, visitors and secure areas.
• Set and run our personnel vetting policy, including BPSS checks for new starters.
• Act as the company's point of contact for UK government security requirements, including national security vetting and facility security.
• Advise other sites in the network on security arrangements.
• Keep security policies and records current and audit-ready, and make sure people understand their responsibilities.
• Work closely with Legal, IT, cyber-security and export control.

Skills

BPSS

National security vetting

Physical security management

Security policy development

Clear communication

Job description

Isembard seeks a Security Controller for our London factory in Southwark to own physical and personnel security, implement vetting policies, and coordinate government security requirements across the network. You will advise other sites and maintain audit-ready records while collaborating with Legal, IT, cyber-security and export control.

The role requires experience in UK defence security, BPSS and national security vetting, and a practical, hands-on approach to security in a busy manufacturing