Senior Security Policy Specialist in Newcastle upon Tyne

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Our team of Security professionals work on a range of projects for our diverse client portfolio that covers Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) industries such as Rail, Aviation, Highways, Water, Energy, Power and Defence. In this newly created role you will be responsible for the delivery of integrated physical security throughout the project delivery and ongoing lifecycle of high profile assets.

Ensuring provision and support across the full spectrum of Security engineering activities - design, development, integration, delivery and in-service support of complex technical projects. You will deliver security solutions, address risks and support secure infrastructure, with a remit that will include:

• Developing security standards and policy in line with client requirements and industry best practice.
• Develop security requirements covering the different phases of construction, including but not limited to threat and vulnerability risk assessments, security management plans, asset risk management and protestor plans for an operational site.
• Previous experience in writing security management plans and scope of works - practical experience of security risk / threat assessment approaches and the ability to convey the business benefits to ensure business risk owners are empowered to make appropriate and proportionate security decisions.
• Conduct security reviews and audits, support accreditation activities with the client and regulating authorities.
• Consult on security operations including protective monitoring, incident management, incident response and incident recovery activities.
• Engage with all stakeholders including the emergency services & NPSA - create and chair working group meetings with stakeholders.

Degree-level qualification or an equivalent combination of education and experience with a strong technical background in physical security and commissioning integrated systems - additional professional security qualifications or certifications would be advantageous.

Detailed knowledge of security principles such as crime prevention in depth, design in depth & NPSA (Deter | Detect | Delay | Mitigate | Respond) plus experience in creating and delivering incident management exercises with an understanding of the JESIP principles.

Ability to coordinate planning and implementation of security projects in complex environments - understanding the design considerations with emphasis on operational safety and the security of operating environments.

Previous experience in CNI sector, involving the setting and delivering of projects and maintenance for integrated physical security solutions – especially in hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) and vehicle dynamics assessments. Military experience is welcomed, ideally coupled with post-Service consultancy based work.

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging.

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