A specialist defence solutions provider is seeking a Security Controller to support the 24/7 operations of protecting a key site in the Middle East. The Security Controller will be monitoring and controlling actions of a defence system that provides an operational view of real time threats in the vicinity. The Security Controller must have worked within a hostile environment, must be flexible to work shift rotations (see below for more detail), and be able to handle pressure. The Security Controller ideally would have direct experience in the military working in radar operations or an operations room.
Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged
Key Responsibilities:
Using systems to monitor predefined airspace for potential aerial threats proactively
Perform dynamic searches driven from visual sightings of potential threats
Analyse and assess potential drone threats, determining the level of risk, validity, and appropriate response measures
Coordinate with Security Liaison Teams in response to drone-related threats
Implement countermeasures including RF jamming to neutralise drone threats
Maintain detailed records of events, drone detections, incidents, and responses for analysis and reporting purposes
Adhere to local and international security regulations
To resolve, configure, operate, and troubleshoot various IT and security tools
Proactively monitor software and hardware and report any issues to support desk and manage customer-facing communications
Represent the Company on site and be responsible for producing regular reporting and insight for your employer
Train & upskill local security forces regarding some systems situated within certain contexts
Shifts:
4 weeks overseas on shift (12-hour shifts daily (day or night) whilst in country on shift), 1 week overseas or UK head office and 3 weeks off.
Knowledge, skills and qualifications:
Essential:
Strong security operations experience
Experience working within hostile environments
Is flexible to work the above shift rotation
Is resilient, professional, calm under pressure, and has strong attention to detail
Have excellent communication, decision-making, and IT skills
Desirables:
A military background, especially with experience in radar operations
Previous experience of working within an Operations Room on a shift rotation
Relatable IT & Technical qualifications and experience
Experience in detection and countermeasure technologies
Current SC or DV clearance
Current SIA CCTV licence
Salary: £70,000
Benefits: Pension (4%), training, Private medical (covers family), Life Assurance, 25 days hols