Physical Security Engineer / Consultant

ARUP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection cover

Flexible benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Security Consultant/System Engineer to ensure high standards in security system design. The role involves working on integrated security solutions across various projects and requires proven skills in security consulting, with a focus on collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in the built environment and security sectors. This position offers opportunities for impactful work within an inclusive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering security projects in the built environment.
• Demonstrable experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy.
• Working towards professional membership in security-related institution.

Responsibilities

• Design security systems on projects ensuring high standards.
• Integrate solutions using latest security technology.
• Conduct security audits, inspections, and reviews.

Skills

Design and delivery of integrated solutions

Integration with third-party systems

Knowledge of physical barrier systems

Appreciation of industry initiatives

BIM and Revit environment design

Technical security reviews

Education

Relevant qualification in security or built environment

Job description

Joining Arup

Today the risks to people, assets and organisations are rapidly evolving. We help clients navigate the toughest questions in the spheres of safety risk, security risk and business risk. Whether due to geopolitical risk, climate change, life extension of ageing infrastructure or the increased connectivity of our built environment, we help clients develop appropriate and proportionate solutions to their risks.

Our Resilience Security and Risk team includes leading experts in security intelligence, blast and protective design, physical and electronic security design, cyber‑security, personnel and operational security.

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The Opportunity

We work closely with other disciplines in Arup to find solutions that meet our client’s objectives and are sustainable in their implementation. To enable us to do this we are looking for an enthusiastic and capable Senior Security Consultant/System Engineer to join our world leading security consultancy. Such a specialist should have a strong foundation in security consulting and security system design/implementation.

The role of Security Consultant/System Engineer within the Resilience Security and Risk team demands a high degree of technical ability and some commercial exposure. As a Security Consultant/System Engineer, the primary focus will be the day‑to‑day design of security systems on projects across our portfolio of work, ensuring delivery is to a consistently high standard and meeting client and stakeholder expectations.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

The suitable candidate will have proven skills in delivering security projects within the built environment, a significant part of which must include demonstrable experience of working in a multi‑disciplinary engineering consultancy environment.

You will possess a relevant qualification in security or built environment discipline. Alternatively, we will also consider significant industry experience within security or risk management. Ideally you will hold or be working towards professional membership of an established UK security related institutions such as Security Institute; Register of Security Engineers and Specialists (RSES); ASIS.

We are looking for the following skills and knowledge:

• Design and delivery of integrated solutions using the latest technology applicable to security design (e.g Video surveillance, access control and intruder detection systems).
• Integration to other third‑party site‑based systems (i.e. Fire, BMS, etc.)
• Knowledge and the implementation of physical barrier systems including; Pedestrian turnstiles/electronical operated gate systems; Perimeter fences, vehicle gates and barriers; Hostile vehicle mitigation systems (active and static).
• Appreciation of current initiatives within the industry such as SABRE, Secured by Design, etc.
• Physical design of facilities and controlled areas to mitigate against forced entry using manual/powered tools.
• Contribute, develop and/or interpret threat, vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Conversant in designing in the BIM and Revit environments and be able to provide guidance to the junior consultants/engineers on delivery and the security considerations.
• Capable of undertaking technical security reviews, audits, design surveys, installation inspections and approvals, and other similar tasks of our clients
• Experience in the design of security systems in the following sectors would be an advantage but not necessary
  • Data centres
  • Aviation
  • Government / defence

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Marek Mazurowski [e-mail]. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your well‑being and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek Mazurowski [e-mail] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process

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Closing Date: 21st March 2026

Please note we may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.