Security Manager

About This Role

This critical role leads all aspects of security delivery on Project Lyra, a major programme for AWE. Reporting within the SHEQS function, the Security Manager ensures compliance with AWE and Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) requirements across the project and supply chain. This is a unique opportunity to establish robust security arrangements, build a dedicated team, and help shape a long-term relationship with a key strategic client.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all aspects of Physical, Personnel and Information Security across Project Lyra
• Develop, implement and maintain project Security Plans, policies, procedures and standards
• Ensure compliance with AWE, ONR and organisational security requirements
• Manage the site access process for all employees, contractors and supply chain partners, ensuring applications are processed efficiently to avoid project delays
• Maintain and administer Security Aspects Letters (SALs), ensuring supply chain compliance with all security obligations
• Oversee all aspects of personnel security, including security vetting, clearance management and vetting aftercare
• Deliver security awareness training and project-specific security briefings
• Lead the reporting, investigation and resolution of security incidents and breaches, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Vetting and Pass Offices, client representatives and key stakeholders
• Provide leadership and line management to the Security Team, Assurance Team and Facilities Administration Team
• Oversee assurance and audit activities, ensuring risks are identified, managed and mitigated effectively
• Take responsibility for project facilities standards, maintenance and operational effectiveness
• Promote a strong security culture across the project and wider supply chain

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational and workload management abilities
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project environment
• Confidence in challenging non-compliance and enforcing security standards
• Strong report-writing and investigation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications)
• Experience of national security vetting requirements and/or working with Sellafield Ltd, MOD, Government or similar regulated security frameworks