Security Controller - Part Time 16 Hours

Security Controller – Part Time 16 Hours

Chemring Countermeasures is a world leading and innovative company, designing and developing countermeasure solutions to armed forces throughout the world. We are part of the Chemring Group of companies and have a solid global infrastructure, which also helps us to thrive.

Overview of the role

The Security Controller is accountable for ensuring Chemring Countermeasures complies with all UK Government protective security requirements, including List X obligations, and maintains robust personnel, physical, and information security arrangements.

The role is critical in safeguarding classified information, managing insider threat risk, and embedding a strong security culture across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with key stakeholders to develop and enforce security strategies and policies which protect plant, process, people and sensitive information.

• Oversee security vetting. Consult People Director on any concerns. Assist HSE with license requirements relating to the handling and storage of explosive materials (Acquire and Keep license, Drugs and hazardous goods).

• Complete security risk and impact assessments by job role and department

• Advise management, employees and contractors on the measures to be taken to protect Government classified information

• Ensure Security Aspect Letters (SAL) are circulated to those responsible for the security of specific contracts/products for onward dissemination to ensure all aspects of the SAL are adhered to.

• Coordinate Defence Security and Assurance Services Audits.

• Ensure breaches of security are recorded and/or reported to the relevant authorities such as the Defence Industry WARP Directive, Alert and Advisory Centre.

• Train and educate the workforce on security protocols and raise awareness of security risks

• Monitoring the effectiveness of security measures to ensure current Government Standards are met

• Inform and consult other functional areas on Government and commercial security requirements and policy to assure security risks and threats are adequately managed - this includes cyber, digital, physical threat and commercial.

• Oversee all incoming and outgoing site visits and ensure appropriate documentation are in place, including RFVs through the UK IVCO.

• Input into business continuity plans and assist with the management of security emergencies efficiently.

• Regularly evaluate security measures and update protocols as necessary.

• Ensure adherence to all relevant local, national, and international security regulations.

• Maintain detailed records of security incidents and system irregularities.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience

• Proven experience in security management and vetting, preferably in a high-security environment such as a munitions factory.

• Familiarity with the UK Government standards and security frameworks which govern the protection of classified information within cleared facilities – this includes List X, IPSA

• Strong understanding of security protocols, surveillance systems, and crisis management.

• Experience managing security incidents and investigations

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Relevant certifications in Security Management or similar fields

• A high level of discretion and integrity

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience

• Experience as a Security Controller

• DISA qualification or equivalent

• of the National Security Act 2022.

• Knowledge of the safety regulations for ordnance, munitions, and explosives as outlined by the Defence Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) Safety Regulator (DOSR)

Please note: We do not engage with recruitment agencies. We kindly ask that you refrain from sending speculative inquiries or CVs. Should we wish to collaborate with agencies, we will initiate contact accordingly.