Senior Security Systems Engineer

Arm; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Security Systems Engineer in Birmingham to provide technical leadership for physical security systems. You will be responsible for developing standards and specifications while ensuring compliance with operational and technical requirements. The ideal candidate should be chartered in a relevant engineering discipline and have experience in designing security systems for complex infrastructure projects. Strong technical and leadership skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience designing or delivering Physical Security Systems on complex infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of national/international security standards and systems integration.
• Strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop security system standards, specifications, and integration requirements.
• Ensure designs meet operational, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical assurance and advice to multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Manage interfaces with third-party systems, including law enforcement and rail operators.
• Support risk management and lifecycle planning for security assets.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Education

Chartered or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Senior Security Systems Engineer - London or Birmingham

A leading UK infrastructure programme is seeking a Senior Security Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for physical security systems, including Video Surveillance, Access Control, Intruder Detection, and PSIM. You will develop standards, specifications, and integration solutions, ensuring security systems meet operational and technical requirements.

Locations & Salary:

• Birmingham: 65,853.60 - 77,474.40
• London: 71,121.60 - 83,672.40

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop security system standards, specifications, and integration requirements
• Ensure designs meet operational, technical, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical assurance and advice to multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Manage interfaces with third‑party systems, including law enforcement and rail operators
• Support risk management and lifecycle planning for security assets

Key Requirements:

• Chartered or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline
• Experience designing or delivering Physical Security Systems on complex infrastructure projects
• Strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills
• Knowledge of national/international security standards and systems integration
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed.
For more information, contact Marika Powell at ARM on (phone number removed) or email your CV and covering letter to .

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.