Security Assurance Manager - AWE / Mitie
Job Objectives
Act as a trusted advisor to the Head of Security and the wider Mitie Management team, serving as a subject matter expert (SME) in holistic protective security and security auditing; lead and deliver continuous improvement programmes, ensuring alignment between Mitie, the client, and service partners; build, maintain, and actively leverage strong networks and partnerships to create effective conduits for collaborative working; drive a strong security culture across the contract.
Key Responsibilities
Security Assurance & Risk Management
* Develop and deliver a comprehensive security audit framework in collaboration with AWE Security.
* Conduct physical security risk assessments and vulnerability reviews.
* Provide SME advice to inform training requirements for security personnel and support the planning and execution of scenario training exercises.
* Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement lessons learnt to prevent recurrence.
* Drive a structured evaluation and continuous improvement cycle for security performance and assurance.
Strategy, Planning & Delivery
* Develop and maintain security strategies, policies, and procedures in direct support of client requirements.
* Provide expert input into security planning for known future events and emerging or evolving threat landscapes.
* Produce high‑quality reports, briefings, and presentations as requested by the Head of Security.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
* Supporting the Head of Security, act as a central security conduit for collaboration between Mitie, AWE, and third‑party service partners.
* Build and sustain strong relationships across the Assurance Manager community and wider security industry to exchange best practice.
* Support client confidence through professional engagement, transparency, and evidence‑led assurance.
Standards, Compliance & Professional Knowledge
* Maintain a strong and current working knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and security initiatives.
* Ensure assurance activities align with regulatory expectations and recognised good practice.
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Qualifications
* (Desirable) Minimum 5 years' experience in security management or protective security roles.
* Proven capability in security assurance design, development, and delivery across complex environments.
* Demonstrable experience delivering standards auditing, operational readiness testing, and exercise management.
Skills & Competencies
* Recognised expert in team training, coaching and mentoring.
* Strong ability to conceptualise, develop, implement, and sustain improvement plans.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to engage senior stakeholders.
* Highly collaborative, proactive, and outcome‑focused.
* Competent with full MS Suite, with experience with SharePoint and PowerBI highly desirable.
Additional Requirements
* Applicants will be required to achieve security vetting through UKSV.
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