Senior Security Controller: Gov Vetting & Risk (Hybrid UK)

Accenture UK & Ireland; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days’ vacation per year

Private medical insurance

Volunteer days

Job summary

Accenture UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Security Controller to lead government security, vetting and security assurance across Health & Public Safety and Aerospace & Defence accounts. The role requires managing complex, international security requirements and liaising with ISAC and senior leaders.

You will oversee BPSS/SC/DV vetting, governance, risk management and incident response, with a focus on List X/N facilities, GovS 007, JSP 440 and related standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with BPSS, SC and DV vetting.
• Experience advising senior leaders on security obligations, risks and controls.
• Experience managing government-accredited facilities and Government Classified Assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead personnel security and vetting, including complex or international cases.
• Oversee facility and physical security across government sites and assets.
• Provide security governance, risk management and incident response leadership.
• Act as the principal contact with ISAC and external security authorities.
• Deliver security awareness activities and drive improvements to security policies.

Skills

Security governance

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Incident management

Policy development

Leadership

Education

IQ Level 3 Organisation Award (Security Controller)

DISA Security Vetting Procedures certification

Job description

Accenture UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Security Controller to lead government security, vetting and security assurance across Health & Public Safety and Aerospace & Defence accounts. The role requires managing complex, international security requirements and liaising with ISAC and senior leaders.

You will oversee BPSS/SC/DV vetting, governance, risk management and incident response, with a focus on List X/N facilities, GovS 007, JSP 440 and related standards.