Physical & People Security Lead – Hybrid, SC Cleared

National Highways; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

National Highways is recruiting for a Hybrid Physical and People Security Lead to develop and deliver security capabilities across the organisation. You will establish risk-based controls, advise the business, and drive response to incidents while supporting continuous improvement.

The role requires SC clearance readiness and UK residency considerations. You will work two days per week in an office and may travel to National Highways locations across the UK.

Qualifications

• Recognised professional security certifications (CPP, PSP, Security Institute) or equivalent experience.
• Strong background in security senior management within a large organisation.
• Sound understanding of Physical, People and organisational security risk management.
• Analytical, planning, and leadership abilities to deliver security outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enable the delivery of Physical and People Security for the organisation.
• Direct adoption and implementation of security controls, policies, processes and guidance.
• Plan and direct security risk assessments and investigations, driving continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement NH-wide Physical and People Security Incident Response policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with National Authorities as appropriate.
• Chair and support Security Forums and Security Working Groups.

Skills

Security governance

Senior management

Security risk management

Incident response

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

National Highways is recruiting for a Hybrid Physical and People Security Lead to develop and deliver security capabilities across the organisation. You will establish risk-based controls, advise the business, and drive response to incidents while supporting continuous improvement.

The role requires SC clearance readiness and UK residency considerations. You will work two days per week in an office and may travel to National Highways locations across the UK.