Security Administrator in Whitehall

We are thrilled to introduce the exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Permanent Security Administrator to be based on site at a prestigious Government building located in Central London. The salary is £30,000 with an uplift of £3,000 paid in monthly increments after the relevant criteria has been met.

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 37.5 Hours per week offering 1 day per week working from home.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team where you will make a real impact by ensuring security policies, access controls, and compliance requirements are effectively managed and maintained. We are seeking a motivated and professional individual to play a vital role in maintaining the security and integrity of our organisation.

What you will do:

• Act as a key point of contact for employees, contractors and subcontractors on clearance, pass and access matters, providing advice, resolving issues and supporting security compliance through regular meetings and ongoing engagement.
• Ensure employee and contractor compliance with security policies, procedures and clearance requirements.
• Deliver on-site security inductions and security awareness presentations.
• Process applications, transfers, amendments and cancellations, as well as conducting identity verification checks and review supporting documentation.
• Act as the primary contact for security-related enquiries, liaising with sponsors and relevant stakeholders.
• Manage building pass and secure access applications as well as liaising with client teams to coordinate approvals and maintain compliance with security requirements.
• Provide support to the onsite Pass Office as required, assisting with pass administration, customer enquiries and access-related processes to ensure continuity of service.
• Manage and monitor security clearances and expiry dates, ensuring continuous compliance, timely renewals and uninterrupted access for employees.
• Maintain and update security systems and associated records, databases and security tracking spreadsheets.
• Verify completion of end-of-day security checks, key musters and mandatory inductions.
• Act as the first point of contact for travel policy queries and associated documentation.
• Participate in operational and security meetings, providing updates and completing agreed action; take minutes and maintain action logs for meetings including HR hearings and meetings as required.
• Organise and monitor training for all on-site staff, ensuring training records, certificates and compliance documentation are maintained within their relevant folders and spreadsheet.
• Provide flexible business support by undertaking projects, administrative tasks and other duties as required to meet evolving business and operational needs.
• Assist with the organisation and support of internal events.
• Handle any other business-related tasks that the manager deems necessary.

What you will bring:

• Strong ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at working with people, with a patient and understanding demeanour.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.
• A friendly, approachable can-do attitude with an open mindset and the ability to adjust with changing business needs.
• Proactive work ethic with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyse and manipulate data.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. The successful candidate needs to be able to obtain Developed Vetting. To obtain the relevant clearance you will require a minimum of 5 years permanent UK residency status, 10 years permanent UK residency is preferred, and an element of UK Nationality is essential.

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life:

• Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Shine in your career with advancement opportunities.
• Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
• Free onsite Gym membership.
• Onsite Canteen and shop.

About Amey:

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion:

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.