Principal Physical Security Architect

SYSTRA UK & Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal Engineer (Physical Security) to lead the development of its security capability within the Systems Engineering & Assurance discipline. The role focuses on defining secure-by-design processes, advising clients on security strategy, and delivering physical security across transport projects.

Applicants should bring proven physical security expertise, UK rail sector experience, and professional security qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven physical security management experience.
• Experience applying security governance and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of security planning and governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Define and direct the Systra security approach across projects.
• Advise clients on security strategy and risk mitigation.
• Design and manage physical security solutions for transport projects.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks and standards.
• Support development of physical security capability across SYSTRA group.

Skills

Physical Security management

Security governance

Threat & vulnerability assessments

Secure by design

Hostile vehicle mitigation design

Blast assessments

Risk management

UK rail industry experience

Security professional memberships

Job description

SYSTRA UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal Engineer (Physical Security) to lead the development of its security capability within the Systems Engineering & Assurance discipline. The role focuses on defining secure-by-design processes, advising clients on security strategy, and delivering physical security across transport projects.

Applicants should bring proven physical security expertise, UK rail sector experience, and professional security qualifications.