Consultant, Electronic and Physical Security Design Engineering

We are now looking for a Consultant to join our Electronic and Physical Security Design Engineering team in London. As the Consultant you will lead and manage security design consulting engagements to a professional standard; You will be a subject Matter Expert of electronic security systems and manage security design and installation projects from conception to completion. You will maintain client and company deliverables, ensuring that a high quality is maintained, and the client and company budgets and programs are met and maintained. You will also develop and build new and existing client relationships, facilitating where appropriate the introduction and provision of additional Control Risks services. Please note that this role will be based at our London office where we operate a hybrid working model; some international travel will also be required.
Undertake technical security reviews, audits, design surveys, installation inspections and approvals, and other similar tasks, working at client sites and in the office
Design of physical and electronic security systems to an appropriate level, working in conjunction with specialist engineers within project design teams
Act as the lead consultant on assignments, owning problems and providing problem solving at the local level
Lead and participate in client and project meetings
Ensure that practices, policies, strategy and services represent the client best interest
Maintain and develop long-term client relationships; act in conjunction with key account managers
From time-to-time the role may involve travel to client sites and Control Risks offices within the Middle East, Europe and Africa
Pro-actively seek opportunities to develop projects and business
Develop long-term client relationships
Provide expert knowledge of security consulting and other Control Risks service lines

A background in security integration, design, consulting, or engineering, with specific experience in designing electronic and physical security systems.
Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of CCTV, access control systems, and other security technologies, with the ability to specify, design, and evaluate these systems.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and long-term relationships with clients. Certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or equivalent are highly desirable.
A meticulous approach to design and project management, ensuring high-quality delivery every time.


Hands on experience of installing and delivering enterprise class electronic security solutions
Knowledge of current national and international standards and installation practices
Project Management experience relating to security consulting and installations within the built environment
Can use AutoCAD and Bluebeam design software
Thorough knowledge and experience of designing physical security systems including fencing, gates, walls, doors and facades
Knowledge of, and experience using design-related software, e.g. Revit, SketchUp, MS Project and other relevant software experience
Security or engineering qualifications
ASIS PSP (or similar security design related qualification)
Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.