Project Security Manager Major Projects

About this role

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About The Role…

WSP’s Project Security Managers sit within the Security Management function and deliver security assurance to all projects within their respective government sector. This could be Defence, Nuclear, or any other Government departmental area. They are responsible for complete security assurance for all prospects and projects with the aim of protecting our client’s most sensitive assets.

As a Project Security Manager, you will play a key role in providing an excellent security assurance service to our clients while identifying improvements to existing security programmes and processes. The role will manage all aspects of classified project delivery across the domains of Personnel, Physical and Information Security. You will be the focal point for all security assurance activity within your respective sector, providing targeted security direction and guidance as required.

Key responsibilities

• Regular liaison with client security and project delivery teams in interpreting, implementing, and monitoring client security requirements as outlined in contractual security schedules or Security Aspects Letters (SALs).
• Supporting the security accreditation and certification process for all external compliance requirements associated with your respective sector.
• Supporting the development and implementation of governance and processes associated with security assurance for your respective sector.
• Planning and delivery of assurance activities as required by contractual obligations, including but not limited to induction briefings, project-specific security briefings, supplier onboarding, and security awareness training.
• Measuring and assessing the performance and effectiveness of security controls, identifying and implementing solutions where corrective action and improvements are needed.
• Reviewing the competencies of WSP’s supply chain in all security assurance domains: Personnel, Physical and Information.
• Collaborating with business areas in the identification, management, and mitigation of risks to WSP and its clients.
• Supporting the development and maturity of WSP’s Security Management System.
• Supporting investigations for all security incidents, including near misses, reported within your respective sector.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Hold SC clearance or the ability to achieve it.
• Experience as a security manager or security controller in a regulated sector (e.g. Defence/Nuclear) is desirable.
• Demonstrable knowledge of HMG security documentation (e.g. GovS:007), frameworks, policy and controls is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence peers and seniors on matters concerning project security compliance and assurance.
• Knowledge of risk management methodologies and practical experience of application.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and deliver to tight timescales.
• A highly motivated and driven individual who adopts a flexible and adaptable approach.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

About security roles for ex-police

Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.