Security Manager

Security Manager - Data Centre (Physical Security) Location: Farnborough, Hampshire (with occasional UK travel)Salary: £Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Our client, a leading data centre provider, is seeking an experienced Security Manager to lead and enhance physical security operations across its high-assurance facilities.

This is a key role responsible for delivering best-in-class protective security within environments supporting critical infrastructure and sensitive workloads, including public sector and regulated clients.Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of physical security strategy across data centre sites
• Apply defence-in-depth principles to protect people, assets and infrastructure
• Conduct and manage security risk assessments, mitigation planning and ongoing threat analysis
• Ensure compliance with:
  • HMG Security Policy Framework (SPF) and GovS 007
  • NPSA guidance
  • Loss Prevention Standards (LPS)
• Oversee access control, CCTV, perimeter protection and intrusion detection systems
• Maintain compliance with Facility Security Clearance (FSC) requirements where applicable
• Produce and maintain risk documentation, including government-aligned artefacts (such as F102 processes, where required)
• Act as the primary security advisor to senior stakeholders and clients
• Deliver clear and concise briefings to senior leadership on risks, incidents and overall security posture
• Support audits, accreditations and client assurance activities

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in a Security Manager or Physical Security leadership role within:
  • Data centres
  • Critical national infrastructure
  • Government or defence environments
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • HMG SPF and GovS 007
  • Security risk management frameworks
  • NPSA guidance and LPS standards
• Experience working within regulated or high-security environments
• Understanding of Facility Security Clearance (FSC) requirements
• Demonstrable experience applying defence-in-depth methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to brief senior personnel confidently
• Strong analytical, reporting and documentation skills

Must be eligible for DV clearance. Paying up to £54,000 per annum. Farnborough, Hampshire based with occasional travel.