Physical & Personnel Security Lead - Inside IR35 - SC Cleared
The Physical & Personnel Security Lead is responsible for ensuring robust protection of people, facilities and sensitive assets within a secure defence programme. The role owns physical security controls, personnel security processes, and assurance activities supporting classified operations.
This position plays a critical role in safeguarding programme integrity across facilities, workforce and supply chain interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead physical security strategy and controls across secure sites
* Oversee personnel security processes, including access controls and clearance compliance
* Ensure facilities and operating environments meet defence security requirements
* Conduct security risk assessments related to people, locations and assets
* Manage incidents related to physical or personnel security breaches
* Interface with programme leadership, security assurance and operational teams
* Support audits, inspections and continuous improvement of security posture
Required Experience & Capability
* Strong background in physical and/or personnel security within secure environments
* Experience operating within defence, government or similarly regulated programmes
* Knowledge of access control systems, secure facilities and workforce vetting processes
* Ability to balance operational delivery with governance and assurance requirements
* Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and operational teams
Security & Working Environment
* SC clearance required (minimum)
* Secure defence facilities with classified access
* Hybrid working: Reading site, 2-3 days per week
Contract Summary
* Contract role, inside IR35, £500 - £550 p/d
* Reading-based, hybrid working, 2 - 3 days per week onsite (expensible)