Senior Security Systems Engineer

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; West End; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK is seeking a Senior Security Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for security systems in London or Birmingham. The role demands expertise in physical security systems and requires chartered engineering qualifications. Key responsibilities include developing standards and managing interfaces with third-party systems. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience and demands strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Chartered or equivalent in a 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.

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

Technical leadership

Experience with Physical Security Systems

Communication

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of security standards

Education

Chartered or equivalent in a 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 a 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 #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. We will never send your CV without your permission.