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Senior Security Operations Officer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
26 Nov 2019
Reference
P7911

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Discipline
Other
Sector
Defence, Security & Policing
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen within a leading international defence company, for a Stevenage based, highly motivated individual to lead a multi-skilled security team covering a dynamic and evolving site. As an experienced security professional you will manage a team of motivated security officers, delivering security support across all aspects of physical and personnel security to the various teams and projects located at the site.
 
What are we looking for?
  • A professional qualification in either security or a related area.
  • You will have experience of managing a team, working within defence or other government regulated industry environments.
  • You will have an understanding of the application of security risk management.
  • You will have good communications skills, with the ability to translate security information into a focused brief, in either presentational or written formats.
 
What’s in it for you?
  • You will have the ability to work at the tactical and operational level, contributing to the delivery of a dynamic operational security environment at MBDA Stevenage.
  • As part of a large professional security department within MBDA, you will be encouraged to engage with all aspects of security and the wider company, to enhance your professional development and knowledge.
  • You will have the opportunity to gain professional qualifications relevant to your role and also develop broader workplace skills through participation in internal training.
  • As part of a large international defence company you will have the opportunity to collaborate and work with other national and international MBDA sites. This may include some national and international travel opportunities.
 
What would you get?
  • Competitive salary, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, employee funded voluntary private healthcare, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level), superb learning and development opportunities and more….
 
The Role

A varied and dynamic role, working as part of a progressive security operations environment, will see the successful candidate applying security and risk management techniques, to meet the various security requirements of both the project teams and site, as well as promoting a secure modern working environment. They will also act as the operational lead for the delivery of all manned security functions on site in accordance with governmental and MOD security regulations. The successful candidate will also act as a focal point for security investigations within the site, liaising with law enforcement, MOD and other government departments as required.
 
What’s great about the team?
  • You will be working alongside dedicated and motivated security professionals, who have a strong team spirit and desire to promote the role of security across all departments on site and the wider business.
  • The wider security operations team aspires to positively challenge security practices, to enable the business to operate in an agile, yet secure manner.
  • Day to day problems and challenges are dealt with pro-actively and with a “can do” approach, focused on finding solutions which meet the business needs.
 
Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve and maintain SC security clearance or above without restrictions that will inhibit the individual’s ability to fulfil the requirements of the role. Your eligibility for the appropriate level of security clearance may be discussed with you during the recruitment process. Any existing clearance holders may be able to transfer clearance (subject to approval).
MBDA is committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.
 
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Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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