Security Technical Advisor; Technical Services

Position Status: P ermanent

Salary Range: Competitive – dependent on skills/experience + Bonus and benefits package

Location: Home-based with required travel to client sites and meetings.

LMS Security Advisors is an independent security advisory business that partners with organisations to manage risk, strengthen resilience, and make informed security decisions. As part of a wider group alongside Global Protect Risk and Intelligence, we deliver trusted advice across a broad range of security environments.

We are a values-led organisation committed to Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence, and we are proud to support a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Our teams work closely with clients to deliver value for money through high quality advisory services from strategy and design through to delivery and sign off.

We are looking for a motivated, highly capable Security Technical Advisor to join our Technical Services team. Reporting to the Technical Delivery Director, you will support a range of client projects, provide technical expertise, and help deliver high-quality security outcomes.

This is a varied role involving home-based working with travel to client sites and meetings as required. It would suit someone who combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, client-focused approach and enjoys working across multiple programmes in a collaborative environment.

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in a technical or security-related discipline.
• Recognised Fire & Security engineering qualification (desirable).
• Strong understanding of the design, installation, and maintenance of security systems.
• Ability to assess and challenge third-party installers and maintainers.
• Membership of a recognised professional body (ASC, The Security Institute, IPSA) is advantageous.

• Provide expert technical security advice to clients.
• Assess and audit security solutions against client requirements and recognised industry standards.
• Review third-party specifications, quotations, and drawings from both a technical and cost assurance perspective.
• Produce security system design drawings and high-quality technical documentation.
• Deliver tailored technical reports and project documentation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisation and time management with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar system design drawing software (desirable).

• Provide training, briefings, and technical guidance where required.
• Work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team.
• Confident working across multiple programmes in a fast-paced environment.
• Client-focused, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development.
• Demonstrate our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

We support our people to learn, grow and thrive both personally and professionally.

Competitive salary & benefits

Learning & career progression

Funding for memberships, training & accreditations

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive & respectful culture

Work with experienced specialists

Meaningful, high-quality security outcomes

Successful candidates will be required to demonstrate their right to work in the UK and provide proof of a valid driving licence, access to appropriate transportation, and a valid passport or equivalent.

Successful candidates will also be required to pass BPSS and BS7858 security screening, sponsored by the company, before employment commences. Additional higher-level security screening may be required depending on specific client needs.