Part-Time Security Controller — High-Security & Compliance

Chemring Countermeasures; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Chemring Countermeasures is a world leading provider of countermeasure solutions. The Security Controller ensures compliance with UK Government protective security requirements, including List X obligations, and maintains robust personnel, physical and information security arrangements.

The role safeguards classified information, manages insider threat risk, and embeds a strong security culture across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security management and vetting.
• Familiarity with UK Government standards and security frameworks (List X, IPSA).
• Strong understanding of security protocols, surveillance systems, and crisis management.
• Experience managing security incidents and investigations.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Relevant certifications in Security Management or similar fields.
• A high level of discretion and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders to develop and enforce security strategies protecting plant, people and sensitive information.
• Oversee security vetting and liaise with People Director on concerns; assist with licenses for handling explosive materials.
• Complete security risk and impact assessments by job role and department.
• Advise management, employees and contractors on measures to protect Government classified information.
• Ensure Security Aspect Letters (SAL) are circulated and adhered to.
• Coordinate Defence Security and Assurance Services audits.
• Ensure breaches are recorded/reported to authorities as required.
• Train workforce on security protocols and raise awareness of risks.
• Monitor effectiveness of security measures and update as necessary.
• Inform other functions on Government and commercial security requirements including cyber and physical threats.
• Oversee all site visits and ensure documentation is in place (RFVs via UK IVCO).
• Input into business continuity plans and assist with security emergencies.

Skills

Security management

Vetting

UK government standards

Security protocols

Incident investigations

Communication

Discretion & integrity

Security certifications

Job description

Chemring Countermeasures is a world leading provider of countermeasure solutions. The Security Controller ensures compliance with UK Government protective security requirements, including List X obligations, and maintains robust personnel, physical and information security arrangements.

The role safeguards classified information, manages insider threat risk, and embeds a strong security culture across the organisation.