Security Manager

6 days ago


Wick Highland, United Kingdom Iron Mountain Full time

Iron Mountain provides essential information management and security services to His Majesty’s Government (HMG), Office for Nuclear regulation (ONR) and Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). Our services include secure storage and archiving of critical records, digitisation to streamline access and preservation, and comprehensive security and risk management to protect nuclear assets. We also offer secure logistics and transportation solutions, facilities management and ensure compliance with nuclear industry regulations. This partnership supports the NDA’s mission for safe, secure, and efficient management of nuclear records and assets across various high-security sites.

Job summary

We are seeking a Security Manager to provide expert security management, advisory, and assurance services, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements for the Nucleus archive, locations, and other NDA asset storage sites.

This role will cover Sellafield, Warrington, and Wick locations, with travel required to each site.

Responsibilities include leading the development and implementation of Site Security Plans, Transport Security Plans, and Business Continuity arrangements, as well as overseeing security incident reporting, investigations, and risk management. The Security Manager will drive security performance across all sites, ensuring the safety and resilience of operational and physical security measures, including guarding and site security oversight.

Your role in our mission:

  • Provide expert advice and solutions on security, information security, and resilience in line with His Majesty’s Government (HMG), Office for Nuclear regulation (ONR) and Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) requirements.
  • Oversee and ensure compliance with security, information security, and resilience standards across the contract.
  • Monitor the performance of manned guarding services.
  • Support leadership in developing and implementing a cohesive security and risk strategy in line with NDA requirements.
  • Advise business units on managing security risks and assist in developing and prioritizing mitigation strategies.
  • Execute IM Security and Risk Policies, Procedures, and Plans relating to the NDA contract.
  • Provide ongoing support to GSRS Advocate staff in delivering safety, risk, and security requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with security protocols and vetting procedures for staff and subcontractors.
  • Allocate time monthly across sites based on security profiles and risks.
  • Offer advice and support during security emergencies and volatile periods.
  • Provide pre-emptive risk reduction strategies for potential disruptions or major events.
  • Advise on security design and implementation of technical measures for current or proposed projects.
  • Network with internal stakeholders (Audit, Ops, HR, Real Estate) and external security, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies.
  • Travel between sites as needed for inspections, operational requirements, or emergencies.

About you

  • Proven experience leading security and risk management functions.
  • Strong analytical skills with a track record of creating and implementing security risk management processes and systems.
  • The highest ethical standards.
  • Familiarity with existing security services and operations within contract settings.
  • Success working across diverse cultures and multiple business areas.
  • Previous security clearance with exposure to high-security environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop “fit for purpose” security solutions and relevant training programs.
  • Skilled in influencing and motivating staff, clients, and contractors across all levels.
  • Excellent writing and presentation abilities, with a credible and authoritative presence.
  • Adherence to the highest professional and personal standards.
  • Collaborative team player, skilled in developing policies and procedures in alignment with peers.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to educate and train others.
  • Balanced approach, combining solutions-focused and process-driven strategies.
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Politically astute and able to recognize business opportunities.

Valued skills and experience:

  • Relevant degree level qualification or vocational equivalent or suitable experience via nuclear industry, armed forces or police authorities.
  • 5+ years’ experience managing security teams, sub-contractors and restricted access facilities.
  • Holds Developed Vetting Clearance.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HMG Security Policy Framework and international standards.
  • Competent to manage Security Controlled Information.
  • Experience of business continuity management.
  • Full understanding of UK Security Legislation
  • Membership of a relevant professional body or working towards such membership (Institute of Leadership/Security Institute)
  • The incumbent must be a UK citizen and achieve and maintain a Developed Vetting level security clearance
  • Strong influencing and leadership skills required, together with the ability to communicate at all levels
  • Demonstrable evidence of having received security, Business Continuity and Audit training by recognised training providers
  • Ability to travel throughout the region involving overnight stays for one or more nights

Additionally…

  • Information Security management
  • Business Continuity / Resilience
  • Police and Criminal Evidence Act
  • Anti-terrorism, Crime & Security Act 2001
  • Nuclear Industries Security Regulations 2003
  • Government Functional Standard 007 (Security)
  • ONR Security Assessment Principles (industry specific)
  • Policy and procedures development and implementation
  • Development of Operational Requirements specifications
  • IT security including the physical aspects of data security
  • Information management, including current and legacy classification systems
  • Personnel security
  • Security audits of sensitive national assets, including sites, personnel and data
  • Investigation of security incidents
  • Security Education and Awareness delivery

Discover what awaits you

Discover Limitless Possibilities: Embark on an exciting journey with Iron Mountain, a global organization that embraces transformation and innovation.

Empowering Inclusion: Join a supportive environment where everyone's voice is heard, opinions are valued, and feedback is encouraged, fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging.

Global Connectivity: Connect with 26,000+ talented individuals from 59 countries, opening doors to diverse cultures and fostering global learning opportunities.

Championing Individuality: Be part of a winning team that celebrates diversity and encourages individual differences to drive greatness.

Competitive Total Rewards: supporting your career at Iron Mountain, family, personal wellness, and wellbeing. (Local benefits may vary based on country-specific policies.)

Embrace Flexibility: Experience the freedom of remote/hybrid work, enabling a harmonious work-life balance (dependent on role).

Unleash Your Potential: Access abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth, preparing you for a digitalized future.

Valuing Every Contribution: Join a workplace that actively encourages and supports all talents, recognizing the unique impact of each individual.

Pioneering Sustainability: Contribute to our vision of fostering a sustainable and thriving workforce, leaving an enduring legacy for generations to come.



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