Electronic Systems Security Consultant

Sanderson Government & Defence; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

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Expenses Covered

Job summary

Sanderson Government & Defence is seeking an experienced Electronic Systems Security Consultant for a hybrid role spanning Birmingham, Derby, Manchester and Bristol. You will design and deliver electronic security solutions for major infrastructure projects.

Working with engineers, architects, and clients, you will produce high-quality designs, engage stakeholders, and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality standards. Eligibility for UK security clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic security design for infrastructure projects.
• Strong delivery focus and ability to work across disciplines.
• Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver electronic security systems for infrastructure programmes.
• Prepare technical designs, specifications, and documentation.
• Support bid submissions and client engagement.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure projects meet time, budget and quality targets.

Skills

Electronic security systems design

Security design consulting

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience

Tools

BIM

CAD

REVIT

Job description

Electronic Systems Security ConsultantHybrid | Birmingham/Derby/Manchester/Bristol | £450 - £550 per day | Expenses Covered

Are you an experienced Electronic Systems Security Consultant with a passion for designing innovative security solutions for major infrastructure projects?

We're working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy that delivers cutting-edge security solutions across some of the UK's most complex and high-profile programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that works across sectors including aviation, defence, energy, transportation, water, education, and major urban developments.

If you have a strong background in electronic security systems design, thrive in multidisciplinary environments, and can hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Electronic Systems Security Consultant, you'll play a key role in the design and delivery of integrated security solutions for critical infrastructure projects across the UK.

Working alongside engineers, architects, and technology specialists, you'll be responsible for developing high-quality security designs, engaging with clients, and ensuring projects are delivered to time, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver electronic security systems for complex infrastructure projects.
• Produce technical designs and specifications in line with industry standards and best practice.
• Prepare project briefs, scopes of work, and technical documentation.
• Support bid submissions and tender responses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Manage workload effectively to meet project milestones and budgets.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders, providing expert security advice.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance processes and security governance requirements.

What We're Looking ForEssential Experience

• Experience working in a similar Electronic Security Consultant, Security Design Consultant, or Security Systems Design role within the last five years.
• Strong focus on security systems design and technical delivery.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Ability to quickly integrate into projects and contribute from day one.
• Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Technical Skills

Experience across several of the following areas:

• Electronic Surveillance Systems (ESS)
• Access Control Systems
• Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Security Management Systems (SMS)
• Video Management Systems (VMS)
• Security Analytics
• Biometric Technologies
• Wired and Wireless Networks
• Integrated Security Solutions
• Security Infrastructure Design

Design Software Experience

• BIM
• CAD
• REVIT

Security & Compliance Knowledge

• NPSA guidance
• ISO standards
• LPCB standards
• Security policies and procedures
• Security-by-design principles

Professional Memberships

• The Security Institute (SyI)
• Register of Security Engineers and Specialists (RSES)
• Association of Security Consultants (ASC)

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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