Site Security Controller

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Leeds

Site Security Controller

Please note this position is based wholly on-site in Leeds and is not a hybrid role.

What you'll be doing

We’re looking for a Site Security Controller to manage the security operations of an important BAE Systems Digital Intelligence site based in Leeds, helping secure the business by implementing Company and client security requirements relating to its people, infrastructure, information, and assets. Providing day-to-day operational support, guidance, and advice to staff with regards to all aspects of protective security; ensuring security policy is adhered to and/or risk managed appropriately. The ideal candidate will take ownership of their responsibilities in securing the site 24/7, and must be able to manage time, individuals, and infrastructure to ensure the integrity of the site and its classified areas. Working on his/her own initiative and as part of a team, they must have the ability to liaise with key stakeholders on sensitive matters.

• Being the first point of contact for any site security and security accreditation related issues.
• Ensuring that UK legislative and Company policies are adhered to across the site.
• Conducting site specific and corporate Security Awareness training in various formats.
• Managing a 24/7 Protective Security Operations Centre (located on-site in Leeds) and its staff.
• Providing management of AACS, IDS, and CCTV across the site.
• Liaising with project teams and responding to Security Aspect Letters relating to projects on site.
• Providing the response to, and investigating security incidents in a timely manner, ensuring that they are dealt with appropriately or escalated if necessary.
• Highlighting and escalating any risks to the site or Company to the Regional Security Manager.
• Liaising with, and providing advice and guidance to, the wider UK Security team.
• Working with the IT Security team to ensure that the Company’s networks remain secure and compliant with legislative policies.

Your skills and experiences

• Knowledge and experience of UK Government Security frameworks such as:
• Government Functional Standard GovS 007: Security;
• Joint Service Publication 440/441/490;
• Information Assurance Standards.
• Experience of Physical Security Integrated Management Systems.
• Previous experience working in a Protective Security Operations Centre.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent prioritisation and delegation skills.
• Ability to work with the highest level of discretion and integrity.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, with experience of delivering briefs and presentations to staff and clients.

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The DI ProSec (Protective Security) team displays a strong sense of camaraderie, collaboration and draws on a diverse and experienced skillset amongst the team. This enables us to deliver impactful work and the ability to make a tangible difference by ensuring security is at the forefront of the business.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.