People Security Adviser - London (Contract)

Are you a seasoned security professional passionate about safeguarding personnel and physical assets? We are seeking an experienced People Security Adviser to join our dynamic team within the National Security and Government sector. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to influence and enhance the security posture of one of the UK’s critical national infrastructures, working at the forefront of security operations to protect personnel across diverse environments.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Proven expertise in personnel and physical security management within a government or national infrastructure setting
Strong experience in conducting security risk assessments, investigations, and incident response planning
Ability to develop and maintain security policies, controls, and standards aligned with UK government vetting requirements
Excellent influence, negotiation, and communication skills, with the capability to work independently or collaboratively
Proficiency in producing high-quality documentation and reports using MS Office suite
Knowledge of government security standards, integrated security protocols, and risk management strategies

Nice to Have Skills

Formal security qualifications or memberships of professional security bodies
Experience in change management and delivering security improvement initiatives
Ability to coordinate security forums and working groups effectively
Knowledge of cyber security, threat intelligence, and identity and access management (IAM) is beneficial

Preferred Education and Experience

Relevant security certifications or postgraduate qualification in security management preferred
Minimum of several years’ experience in personnel and physical security roles, ideally within the UK government or a comparable environment

Other Requirements

Must hold UK Security Clearance (SC vetted)
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle to visit remote sites
Willingness to travel occasionally to various sites around London