Homebased National Security Manager – UK Travel

OCS; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced security professional to lead site security designs and plans, and to manage contractual security provisions across the country. This national, homebased role requires travel to sites in the UK and oversight of relationships with external providers.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, implement strategic security solutions, and provide security guidance to site teams while maintaining cost efficiency and timely delivery of security works.

Qualifications

• Level 5+ security qualification or substantial sector experience.
• Current SIA front line licences and ongoing CPD.
• Knowledge of ISO27001 and cyber security principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of the security services scope across the account.
• Act as focal point for security incidents and escalation handling.
• Ensure security operations comply with statutory, legal and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with UK colleagues on Site Security, HSE and Fire Prevention.
• Manage external security providers and liaise with client security teams.
• Audit performance data and implement remedial actions as needed.
• Update SOPs and security manuals; ensure team awareness and compliance.
• Oversee IT security policy adherence and use of EMCOR/client IT systems.
• Administer the contractual Timegate system.

Skills

SIA Front Line Licences SG

SIA Front Line Licences DS

Security risk analysis

Security audits

Performance measurement

Information security ISO27001

Cyber security principles

Financial and commercial management

Stakeholder liaison

Contract management

Education

Security qualification Level 5+

IOSH Managing safely

BS7858 Vetting

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced security professional to lead site security designs and plans, and to manage contractual security provisions across the country. This national, homebased role requires travel to sites in the UK and oversight of relationships with external providers.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, implement strategic security solutions, and provide security guidance to site teams while maintaining cost efficiency and timely delivery of security works.