Security Specialist

Severn Trent Services; Coventry; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Security Specialist to join their Health, Safety, Security & Wellbeing team in Coventry. You will be responsible for protecting critical infrastructure, conducting site security assessments, and engaging with government agencies. This role requires strong experience in security risk assessments and stakeholder engagement. The company offers a competitive salary of £46,800 and various employee benefits including bonuses, a comprehensive pension scheme, and dedicated training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary £46,800

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250)

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting security audits and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of SEMD, PSG, WUKSS, and NPSA standards.
• Willingness to obtain necessary security certifications.

Responsibilities

• Engage with government and law enforcement agencies.
• Conduct site categorization and develop protective security strategies.
• Lead investigations into security incidents.

Skills

Security risk assessments

Stakeholder engagement and communication

Mitigation strategies

Counter-terrorism

Threat analysis

Education

Degree in a security-related discipline

Security certifications (CISSP, CompTIA Security+, RSES, CSyP)

SC clearance

Tools

VSS

IDS

Access control

Job description

Posted Date: 23 Oct 2025 | Posting End Date: 06 Nov 2025 | Location: Coventry | Company: Severn Trent Services | Department: Health & Safety | Salary: £46,800

We’re more than a water company. We're dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment, sustainability, and the communities we serve. By joining us, you’ll work with the latest technologies, driving forward‑thinking projects that enhance and protect national infrastructure, making a real difference to the communities we serve.

With nearly 10,000 colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are passionate about sustainability, eager to innovate, and ready to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

Are you a security expert with a passion for protecting critical infrastructure? We’re looking for a Security Specialist to join our Health, Safety, Security & Wellbeing team within the Chief Engineer function. This is a pivotal role for a Technical Expert who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to shape and strengthen our protective security landscape.

Key Accountabilities

• Engage with government and law enforcement agencies (e.g. NPSA, DEFRA, NCSC, CTSAs).
• Conduct site categorisation, threat/risk assessments, and develop protective security strategies.
• Lead audits, support SEMD returns, and manage assurance programmes.
• Provide technical design input and security advice for projects and contractors.
• Monitor emerging threats and ensure compliance with evolving standards.
• Lead investigations into both people and physical security incidents.
• Mentor junior staff and support national security exercises.
• Act as a regional SME, building strong stakeholder relationships.

You’ll be based at our Head Office in Coventry. You’ll work within our Health, Safety, Security and Wellbeing team. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week.

About You

What we’re looking for

You’re a proactive, strategic thinker with a strong background in physical and personnel security, ideally within the water or infrastructure sectors. You’re confident engaging with senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies, and you bring a collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset.

Essential Experience

• Security risk assessments, audits, and mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with SEMD, PSG, WUKSS, and NPSA standards.
• Use of VSS, IDS, access control, and other security technologies.
• Experience in counter‑terrorism, threat analysis, and resilience planning.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience in the water industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory and critical national infrastructure requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a security‑related discipline.
• Security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CompTIA Security+, RSES, CSyP) or willingness to obtain.
• SC clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid UK driving licence.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

How we’ll reward and care for you

• Salary £46,800
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year

Let’s go

We can’t wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We’ll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.