Deputy Security Manager

Robert Schroeder for State Assembly; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Security Controller to oversee security management for high-security government projects. This hands-on role involves ensuring compliance with stringent security standards, managing client expectations, and collaborating with various stakeholders to implement effective security strategies. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in the construction sector.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible work options

Industry leading pension scheme

Private medical health benefits

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing leave

Health and wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven competence in managing security controls for government projects.
• Ability to guide teams in High Security Standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage security controls for government projects ensuring compliance.
• Support project teams in developing security strategies and audits.

Skills

Security Management

Risk Assessment

Technical Training

Document Audit

Communication Skills

Confidentiality Maintenance

Process Improvement

Education

Relevant Security Certifications

Degree in Security Management or Related Field

Job description

With UK roots going back over 100 years, Lendlease’s Construction business brings deep knowledge and capability to all that we do. We are a trusted construction partner to many of the most respected private and public sector organisations in the UK.

Whether a new build, a repurposed or reconstructed property, a heritage restoration or a multi-phased development, our clients trust us to drive delivery, deal with complexity, and provide strategic and long-term economic and social value with innovative and sustainable solutions.

The role

The role is a key member of the DEOP Core team. It will be based at our Regions BU office location in Birmingham, but will also require extensive travel to sites, supplier offices and other locations where HMG assets are being managed by Lendlease. The DSC will report to the DEOP Lead Security Manager for day-to-day duties. This role will entail all aspects of managing security controls for our portfolio of government projects.

This is a hands-on role supporting the DEOP Lead Security Manager. You will be working closely with Lendlease management as well as with other internal and external specialists (including information technology, consultants and suppliers) to implement the operational aspects of the Security Management Strategy, to meet Lendlease needs and those of our public sector and private sector clients.

The role will need to manage the expectation of the client and their representatives, ensuring that Lendlease remains compliant with HMG security standards and contract requirements, including but not limited to GovS007, FSC, DEFCON, DEFSTANs and specific contract clauses appropriate to the information management environment. As Deputy Security Controller, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and compliance of our Public Sector DEOP projects. You will be responsible for supporting the management and maintenance of security policies and procedures, working closely with stakeholders to maintain required certifications. The role will also require the detailed checking of Lendlease security applications to work on the specified projects, ensuring that all applicants have completed the required onboarding paperwork correctly and accurately.

You will do

• Act as the Deputy Security Controller for High Security projects across the UK and take responsibility for generating and maintaining Security Procedures (SMP), Manuals, Instructions and SyOps governing our security management.
• Apply Client security policies and any other relevant standards in a way that best supports the needs of the company, whilst remaining compliant with all mandated requirements.
• Identify and understand the risks and appropriate corresponding controls to maintain the security, confidentiality, integrity, availability of information and assets across the Lendlease High Security portfolio.
• Support project teams to develop detailed logistics and security-minded delivery strategies for our projects.
• Provide security advice and audit services covering suppliers and sub-contractors that deliver work on High Security projects ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
• Verify through audit that the controls are in place for the supply chain to be 100% compliant with security paperwork and requirements of DEOP and other government project requirements to agreed frequencies.
• Ensure our supply chain complies with the appropriate security controls outlined in our High Security contracts and by the client.
• Manage security and provide advice and guidance on security requirements for site offices and locations where client assets are held.
• Deliver in-person and virtual Security related cultural interventions and training on all matters relating to the delivery of a High Security project and other associated government standards.
• Provide assistance in the interpretation of security requirements for establishments and provide recommendations and processes.
• The Company may also require from time to time that you fulfil, within reason, other duties aligned to your position.

You will bring

• Ability to guide and steer project teams in the delivery of DIO and other government Department High Security Standards.
• Ability to guide the HMG Security Management protocols, processes and procedures for project-wide application.
• Able to provide technical training.
• Proven document and information audit competence.
• Capability to influence site teams and sub-contractors to achieve the correct levels of security performance.
• Ability to interpret data into improvement plans.
• Ability to continually improve both processes and procedures within the business.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of all applicant’s information.
• Ability to direct sub-contractors in aspects of Security Management.
• Ability to present ideas and messages relating to security to site teams, members of the business and sub-contractors.
• Ability to approach sensitive and personal subjects in a tactful, professional and sympathetic manner whilst still arriving at the correct answer for security.
• Ability to question beyond evidence provided.
• Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate.

What we provide

• Car allowance.
• Flexible and hybrid work options.
• Industry leading pension scheme.
• Private medical health benefit and dental plan options.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• Wellbeing leave.
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.
• 24/7 confidential Employee assistance programme.
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide.

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Belong at Lendlease

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.

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Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or disabled.