Deputy Security Controller

Babcock International; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in Bristol is seeking a Deputy Security Controller to implement security policies and manage employee clearances. The role requires strong collaboration skills and practical knowledge of security regulations. Applicants must attain DV clearance. A competitive salary and generous benefits, including a matched pension scheme, are offered. The position allows for flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to attain DV clearance.
• Practical knowledge of relevant security policies.
• Contact management across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security policies.
• Manage security clearances for employees.
• Oversee physical security measures.
• Investigate security breaches and report incidents.
• Conduct internal audits for compliance.
• Act as a point of contact for security matters.

Skills

Practical and working knowledge of GovS007

Relevant aspects of JSP 440

Well developed IT skills

Practical and working knowledge of GDPR

Strong collaborator

Education

Qualified to Degree level or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Security Controller

Location: Ashton Vale, Bristol

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Deputy Security Controller at our Ashton Vale, Bristol site.

The Role

As the Deputy Security Controller, you will be crucial within the realm of security for Mission Systems and the wider Babcock group, offering substantial responsibility and involvement in an innovative team. You will report directly to the Security Controller and provide essential support, advice and guidance to the requisite programs and business.

As the Deputy Security Controller for Mission Systems, you will be accountable for delivering a broad range of security services and providing a high-level of security services in support of the Security Controller.

• Help implement and maintain security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government and company standards as well as develop and deliver security education and awareness programs for staff.
• Manage security clearances (like BPSS and NSV) for new and existing employees and contractors.
• Oversee physical security measures such as access control, CCTV systems, and key management.
• Investigate security breaches, report criminal activity, and work with relevant authorities on incident containment and resolution.
• Conduct internal audits, check supplier compliance, and ensure all security practices align with regulations and contractual requirements.
• Act as a point of contact between the company and government agencies, customers, and internal stakeholders on security matters.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and is based on-site at Ashton Vale, Bristol. However, this can be flexible where business allows to work from home, typically one day a week.

Essential Experience of the Deputy Security Controller

• Must be able to attain DV clearance.
• Practical and working knowledge of GovS007 as well as relevant aspects of JSP 440.
• Possess well developed IT skills.
• Practical and working knowledge of GDPR.
• Strong collaborator with evidence of interfacing and building trust across all levels.

Qualifications for the Deputy Security Controller

• Qualified to Degree level or equivalent in a related subject, or relevant industry experience to security.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance for this role. However, you will be eligible to start on Standard (BPSS) but will need to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) once in post.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually
• ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing Date: 08/12/2025