The role of Security Controller is a senior, proactive leadership role responsible for directing and overseeing all aspects of physical and personnel security across GDMS-UK's defence programmes and facilities, ensuring full compliance with mandatory, regulatory, and legislative security requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the company's Security Controller in accordance with applicable MOD/UK Government standards, serving as the primary point of contact with MOD security authorities, the UK National Authority for Counter-Eavesdropping (NACE), and the UK National Protective Security Authority (NPSA).
- Serve as Crypto Custodian, safeguarding digital and cryptographic assets in alignment with cryptographic security standards.
- Maintain compliance with Facilities Security Clearance (FSC) UK Government accreditation.
- Lead and manage Security Department resources and provide expert support to the GDUK Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on all physical and personnel security matters.
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust security policies, procedures, and classified material handling protocols in alignment with HMG, MOD, and organisational requirements.
- Oversee physical security measures including access control systems, perimeter security, CCTV, and alarm monitoring.
- Manage and oversee vetting processes for all staff and contractors in line with BPSS, SC, and DV requirements.
- Conduct security risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Lead coordination of security incident response activities and investigate breaches, liaising with external agencies as required.
- Represent GDMS-UK at customer, UK Government, and industry security forums, building networks with defence sector peers.
- Serve as delegated authority during the CISO absence.
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