Deputy Security Manager

Deputy Security Manager (Security Operations Co‑ordinator) to join a leading global security provider based in Basildon (SS14).

• Salary £41,700 per annum
• Monday to Friday working 08:00 to 16:00
• Permanent role and working on average 40 hours per week
• Site‑Based Role
• Benefits: 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), Company pension scheme, Healthcare options, and access to Discount & Offers Platform.

As a Deputy Security Manager to the Site Physical Security Manager, you will play a key role in leading the day‑to‑day security operation
, ensuring the protection of people, assets, information and infrastructure while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.

Leading a team of up to 20 colleagues, including Security Officers, Security Compliance Officers and Front of House personnel, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the site’s security function
. The great part about this role is that it’s a varied role that combines operational leadership, physical security, compliance management and project delivery.

Beyond the day‑to‑day operation, the Deputy Security Manager will have the opportunity to lead and support a range of security improvement projects alongside working closely with senior stakeholders
, contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure security remains effective, compliant and fit for the future.

Ideally you have previous experience within physical security management
, security operations, defence, MOD, government, corporate security or security contracts management environments. You will have proven experience leading teams
, managing security systems and operating within
highly regulated environments
.

Due to the nature of this role,
enhanced security screening will be required
. This will include a five‑year UK residential history check, criminal record checks, financial background screening and verification of employment and references covering the past five years.

• Lead and oversee the day‑to‑day site security operation
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 15‑20 security personnel
• Support and deputise for the Site Physical Security Manager
• Manage physical security, personnel security and vetting activities
• Oversee security systems including CCTV, Access Control and Perimeter Detection Systems
• Ensure compliance with government security requirements and industry standards
• Coordinate security audits, inspections and regulatory visits
• Analyse security performance data and produce management reports
• Manage security incidents, investigations and risk mitigation activities
• Lead security improvement projects from planning through to implementation
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and regulatory bodies
• Support business continuity and future security planning initiatives