Technical Security Engineer

Ventula Consulting; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trade and logistics company is looking for a skilled Security Operations Technical Systems Engineer to enhance and optimise CCTV and electronic access control systems. This remote role requires expertise in managing enterprise-level security systems across multiple sites, strong incident management skills, and deep technical knowledge in security best practices. The ideal candidate will ensure reliable physical security operations and collaborate with cybersecurity teams. Competitive salary of £70,000 plus benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing enterprise‑level CCTV, EACS, and OT systems in a multi‑site environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of system architecture, networking, and security best practice.
• Experienced in system audits and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily OT operations and incidents, ensuring systems remain secure and reliable.
• Manage firmware and software updates to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and network teams on secure deployments.
• Identify risks and drive continuous improvement across security systems.

Skills

CCTV management

Electronic Access Control (EACS)

Operational Technology systems

Incident management

Data reporting (API / SQL)

Networking knowledge

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity frameworks

Job description

Security Operations Technical Systems Engineer – Remote (occasional travel to site) - £70,000 + benefits

The UK’s leading trade and logistics company is seeking a skilled Security Operations Technical Systems Engineer to lead the development, enhancement, and optimisation of CCTV, Electronic Access Control (EACS), and Operational Technology systems across multiple sites, delivering secure, resilient, and industry‑leading solutions aligned with business and security objectives.

The successful candidate will bring a strong background in fault‑finding, installation, and commissioning, along with deep technical expertise to ensure high‑quality, reliable physical security operations across a multi‑site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily OT operations and incidents, ensuring systems remain secure, reliable, and fully supported.
• Conduct system checks, audits, and performance reporting across CCTV, access control, and OT platforms.
• Manage firmware and software updates, ensuring compliance and system integrity.
• Support new project delivery from design to commissioning and handover.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and network teams to maintain secure, standardised deployments.
• Identify risks, manage vulnerabilities, and drive continuous improvement across all security systems.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience managing enterprise‑level CCTV, EACS, and OT systems in a multi‑site environment.
• Expertise in CCTV, EACS and OT systems architecture (on‑prem and cloud)
• Strong technical knowledge of system architecture, networking, and security best practice.
• Skilled in incident management, data reporting (API / SQL), and process optimisation.
• Experienced in system audits, configuration, and integration with AD / JML processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and OT risk management.

This is an exciting permanent role for a talented Security Operations System Engineer to join the UK’s largest trade and logistics company.

Salary : £70,000 + Benefits

Location : Home based (with occasional travel to site)