Security Manager

Salary: £50,000 - 50,000 per year

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Security Manager or Physical Security leadership role within data centres, critical national infrastructure, or government/defence environments
• Strong working knowledge of HMG Security Policy Framework (SPF) and GovS 007
• Strong working knowledge of 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

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of physical security strategy across our 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), GovS 007, NPSA guidance, and 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

Technologies:

• Support
• Security

More:

We are a leading data centre provider seeking an experienced Security Manager to enhance physical security across our high-assurance facilities. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Farnborough, Hampshire, with occasional UK travel. You will help protect critical infrastructure and sensitive workloads supporting public sector and regulated clients. The salary is up to £54,000 per annum.

last updated 31 week of 2026