Security Specialist: Physical, Cyber & Info Security (On‑Site)

awepeople; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day working fortnight

Pension scheme

Family friendly policies

Professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Discounts

Special Leave Policy

Job summary

AWE is recruiting a Security Specialist to join the Security team, focusing on protecting sensitive information, assets and capabilities across physical, personnel, information and cyber security. You will engage with senior stakeholders, assess vulnerabilities and help ensure security is proportionate to programme commitments.

The role offers opportunities for professional development, with a 9-day fortnight, extensive benefits and a pathway to professional qualifications, contributing to

Qualifications

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Strong ability to assess vulnerabilities and manage risks.
• Interest in risk management and protective security.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong stakeholder engagement with key business leaders.
• Apply security procedures to meet programme commitments while maintaining high security.
• Conduct assurance activities to verify security levels are maintained.
• Investigate when high standards are not adhered to and apply lessons learned.
• Maintain high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Security disciplines

Risk management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

AWE is recruiting a Security Specialist to join the Security team, focusing on protecting sensitive information, assets and capabilities across physical, personnel, information and cyber security. You will engage with senior stakeholders, assess vulnerabilities and help ensure security is proportionate to programme commitments.

The role offers opportunities for professional development, with a 9-day fortnight, extensive benefits and a pathway to professional qualifications, contributing to