Regional Security Controller - Rainton - Sunderland

Regional Security Controller - Rainton - Sunderland

About Bowmer + Kirkland Established in 1923, Bowmer + Kirkland has grown to become one of the most successful privately‑owned and family‑run construction groups in the UK. Our Investors in People accreditation demonstrates our commitment to our staff and we are Partners of the Considerate Constructors Scheme – something which only a select number of high‑performing contractors achieve. We are seeking a Regional Security Controller to work alongside our Lead Security Controller, overseeing multiple live projects within MOD, MoJ and other government frameworks in our North East & Scotland region. This is a full‑time, permanent role, ideally 40 hours over 5 days per week, based at our Rainton Bridge office.

Duties of the role

• Vetting and personnel security for B+K staff and our supply chain, monitoring compliance.
• Preparing and issuing project‑specific security documentation and managing the flowdown of information to subcontractors and supply chain.
• Operational security oversight, updating regional management on security compliance and risks, ensuring that Security Management Plans are adhered to.
• Report, investigate and manage security incidents, escalating as required.
• Supporting audits and inspections carried out by MOD or MoJ.
• Maintain accurate records of all security incidents, corrective actions and outcomes.
• Liaise daily with project teams, subcontractors, and regional management to ensure oversight of security requirements.
• Provide security briefings and training to project staff and supply chain on vetting, information handling and site‑specific obligations.
• Act as point of contact for external stakeholders (MOD, MoJ, DIO, auditors) on project security matters.
• Supply chain vetting tracker maintained and updated across all projects.
• Regional security incident log maintained and escalations reported in line with company and MOD/MoJ protocols.

Key skills + experience required

• Demonstrable experience in a security role within defence, justice or a regulated environment (Tier 1 contractor or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of HMG Security Policy Framework, GovS007, JSP 440 and MoJ/MOD security requirements.
• Experience managing vetting processes (BPSS, CTC, SC, DV) and liaising with UKSV or third‑party vetting providers.
• Knowledge of cyber‑security flowdowns and supply chain assurance requirements (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001).
• Proven track record of incident management, reporting and audit preparation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels.
• SC clearance (minimum), with ability to undergo DV if required.
• Membership of DISA (Defence Industry Security Association).
• Completed the full course of Security Controller training courses run by DISA.
• Membership of the Security Institute.

In return we offer

• 25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays & Christmas Eve.
• Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme.
• Private Health Insurance (subject to a qualifying period).
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies (subject to qualifying period).
• Eye care voucher scheme.

Bowmer + Kirkland is an equal opportunities employer.

We are a disability confident employer and actively encourage applicants who are covered under the Equality Act to apply. Please contact the HR Department on 01773 853131 in advance of an interview to discuss any adjustments that are required in order to support you in the process.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourage applications from service leavers.

We are signatories of the Care Leaver’s Covenant and encourage applications from care leavers.