Security Advisor/Controller (Defence)
Bristol Based
SC Eligible
Lead Security. Influence Strategy. Protect What Matters.
Are you an experienced Security Consultant, Accreditor, or Security Manager looking to step into a pivotal role within a complex, highly regulated environment? We’re looking for a Security Controller to join our team in Bristol
This is a high-visibility role where you’ll shape security strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and drive best-in-class security practices across programmes and bids.
The Opportunity
As Security Controller, you will lead the provision of expert security advice and assurance, ensuring the business meets all policy, regulatory, and contractual requirements across physical, personnel, and information security domains.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Partner with programme and bid teams to deliver compliant, secure solutions
* Develop and maintain security accreditation artefacts aligned to MOD / government standards (e.g. JSP440, Secure by Design, GovS standards)
* Provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders on risk, travel, and event security
* Lead and support security audits, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement
* Investigate and manage security incidents, ensuring timely resolution
* Drive a strong security culture through inductions, training, and awareness programmes
* Implement initiatives that protect people, assets, information, and reputation
You’ll bring:
* Proven experience delivering security solutions in regulated environments (MOD, defence, government, or similar)
* Strong knowledge of information assurance, accreditation, and risk management
* Experience working with security policy frameworks and compliance standards
* Ability to engage, influence, and challenge senior stakeholders
* A proactive, resilient mindset with the confidence to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Interested?
If you’re a security professional who thrives on complexity, ownership, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or message me directly for a confidential discussion.