Security Consultant

Arup; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup invites applications for a Security Consultant within the Security Advisory stream of the Resilience, Security & Risk practice in the UKIMEA region. You will assess security risks for clients across transport, infrastructure, property and government, delivering risk assessments and security strategies.

You will combine technical expertise with commercial awareness, manage budgets and client expectations, and contribute to Arup’s security capabilities and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in consultancy, professional services or a client-facing environment.
• Ability to apply threat, vulnerability and risk assessment methodologies.
• Delivery of proportionate, practical and sustainable mitigation measures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Threat, Vulnerability and Risk Assessments and Security Needs Assessments.
• Define security requirements and holistic security strategies.
• Support stakeholder engagement and project delivery.
• Contribute to new business opportunities and capability development.

Skills

Security advisory

Client facing

Threat assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Education

Security risk management qualifications

Political science

Terrorism studies

Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Security Consultant to join our Security Advisory stream within the Resilience, Security & Risk practice in the UKIMEA region. You will work with clients and multidisciplinary teams across transport, infrastructure, property and government to identify, assess and manage security risks. Typical activities will include delivering Threat, Vulnerability and Risk Assessments and Security Needs Assessments, defining security requirements, developing holistic security strategies, supporting stakeholder engagement and project delivery, and contributing to new business opportunities and the development of our Security Advisory capabilities.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise in security advisory services, supported by relevant qualifications in security risk management, political science, terrorism studies, engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. You will combine technical excellence with commercial awareness, communicate complex concepts clearly and deliver high-quality outcomes while managing programme, budget and client expectations.

We'd like to hear from you if:

• You have experience in consultancy, professional services or a comparable client-facing environment, advising on security matters and applying threat, vulnerability and risk assessment methodologies to develop proportionate, practical and sustainable mitigation measures.
• You have an ability to deliver projects independently, manage priorities, engage directly with clients and explain technical concepts clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences, while seeking support when appropriate.
• You have understanding of physical, electronic and personnel security measures would be advantageous.
• You will can obtain a UK Security Check clearance, which typically requires a minimum of five years’ UK residency, although candidates who do not meet this requirement may still be considered. It is also desirable to meet, or be working towards, the requirements for a Suitably Qualified Security Specialist under BREEAM v7 2025 (Hea 08), or to hold Chartered Security Professional or General Security Advisor registration.

***Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.***

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 wellbeing 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/.