Project Security Manager (Defence) in Cardiff

Project Security Manager (Defence) in Cardiff

Cardiff Full-Time No working from home possible
WSP
Description

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A little more about the role…

WSP’s Project Security Managers sit within the Security Management function and deliver security assurance to all projects within their respective government sector. This could be Defence, Nuclear, or any other Government departmental area. They are responsible for complete security assurance for all prospects and projects with the aim of protecting our client’s most sensitive assets.

As a Project Security Manager, you will play a key role in providing an excellent security assurance service to our clients while identifying improvements to existing security programmes and processes. The role will manage all aspects of classified project delivery across the domains of Personnel, Physical and Information Security. You will be the focal point for all security assurance activity within your respective sector, providing targeted security direction and guidance as required.

Key responsibilities

  • Regular liaison with client security and project delivery teams in interpreting, implementing, and monitoring client security requirements as outlined in contractual security schedules or Security Aspects Letters (SALs).

  • Supporting the security accreditation and certification process for all external compliance requirements associated with your respective sector.

  • Supporting the development and implementation of governance and processes associated with security assurance for your respective sector.

  • Planning and delivery of assurance activities as required by contractual obligations, including but not limited to induction briefings, project-specific security briefings, supplier onboarding, and security awareness training.

  • Measuring and assessing the performance and effectiveness of security controls, identifying and implementing solutions where corrective action and improvements are needed.

  • Reviewing the competencies of WSP’s supply chain in all security assurance domains: Personnel, Physical and Information.

  • Collaborating with business areas in the identification, management, and mitigation of risks to WSP and its clients.

  • Supporting the development and maturity of WSP’s Security Management System.

  • Supporting investigations for all security incidents, including near misses, reported within your respective sector.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

  • Hold SC clearance or the ability to achieve it.

  • Experience as a security manager or security controller in a regulated sector (e.g. Defence/Nuclear) is desirable.

  • Demonstrable knowledge of HMG security documentation (e.g. GovS:007), frameworks, policy and controls is essential.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence peers and seniors on matters concerning project security compliance and assurance.

  • Knowledge of risk management methodologies and practical experience of application.

  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and deliver to tight timescales.

  • A highly motivated and driven individual who adopts a flexible and adaptable approach.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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WSP

Contact Details:

WSP Recruitment Team