Senior Security Design Consultant

5 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom PTS Consulting Partners Full time
About PTS Consulting Partners

As a renowned global technology consulting and project management company with 37 years of experience, we specialise in digital infrastructure and workspace transformation. Our clients benefit from our personalised service, which helps them transform their operations through technology.

Overview of the Role

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Consultant to join our team in London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical physical security environments, as well as installation and QA experience.

The successful candidate will provide design and advisory services to support our Professional Services teams in ensuring efficient production of technical designs and construction administration services that meet client requirements.

  • Provide security consultancy support, detailed designs, cost estimates and construction administration services in relation to the delivery of Electronic Security systems including; Video Surveillance Systems (VSS/CCTV), Access Control, Intruder Detection systems & PIDS, IP Audio & Video Intercoms, Security Control Room configurations, Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) systems, IP technology and network environment including server and workstation infrastructure that support these systems.
  • Develop design documentation (reports/BoQs/ROM's/drawings/schematics/schedules) to a very high level of detail.
  • Liaise with all stakeholders internally and externally.
  • Prioritise and work to tight deadlines with accuracy and tenacity.
  • Represent PTS Consulting Partners in a professional manner at all times and exercise excellent communication skills at all levels.
Description of Duties
  1. Provide security consultancy from inception to submission, and throughout each project stage and specifically for projects related to the Built Environment throughout the RIBA design and construction stages.
  2. Identify the electronic security services that the customer requires to be deployed, e.g. Video Surveillance/Access Control/Intruder Detection.
  3. Define and detail how each technology will be used, who will be the main users, the expected number of users or specific user groups and any other specific requirements that will drive the configuration of each systems design.
  4. Surveillance camera coverage requirements - Confirm where each camera will be placed within the project boundaries identifying field of view and lens focal length.
  5. Identify security technology spatial requirements, power constraints and cable routing requirements or restrictions within the project boundary for each system type or requirement.
  6. Review and advise on operational, support, maintenance and cause and affect practices.
  7. Assess any speciality requirements in relation to integration with the other planned communication systems as well as any requirements for networking between sites (if any).
  8. Layout drawings showing cable routing and equipment locations.
  9. Recommendations and design guideline development.
  10. Develop a budget/BoQ for the cost of hardware components, implementation of the system, and support/maintenance.
  11. Attend project meetings and client design workshops/presentations.
  12. Develop documents and ITT reports in a clear concise manner according to recognised PTS Consulting Partners format.
  13. Assist in the development and drafting of Technical Specifications and drawings for all Physical Security projects.
  14. Ensure proper evaluation and reporting of man-hours against project Scope of Works.
  15. Ensure total awareness of Project deliverables and ensure adherence to agreed Scope of Works.
  16. Attend and oversee Project meetings with the project team and client.
  17. Maintain and continually improve technical skills with each project via 'on the job' training and exposure to vendor developments and systems.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
  • Demonstrate a good understanding and knowledge of the design of Physical Security Systems.
  • Good knowledge of Counter Terrorist design principles.
  • Experienced in Secure by Design practices and CPTED principles.
  • Experienced in design risk management methodologies.
  • Knowledge of BS EN regulations that affect Physical Security Systems and Good Practice such as NSI etc., with EU and global knowledge being an advantage.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Project, Powerpoint, Teams and Planner.
  • Good knowledge of security design tools such as Bluebeam & Visio.
  • Good knowledge of various manufacturer specific bandwidth and storage calculators.
  • Good knowledge of IT and networking to a level that supports Physical Security System installations.
  • Good understanding of architectural building plans, layouts and elevations (including cable, containment and connection schematics).
  • Good understanding of power, cooling and containment systems that support Physical Security Equipment.
  • Knowledge and use of Auto CAD (not essential).
Relevant Necessary Experience
  • Experience within an electronic security systems design and engineering environment.
  • Ideally educated to degree level or the holder of ASIS PSP/CPP or CSMP certification.
  • Candidate must have good industry knowledge and experience of Physical Security project installations or be prepared to engage in specific training to achieve a satisfactory level of knowledge.
  • The following experience would be an advantage:
  • An understanding of the RIBA Stages architectural and engineering requirements and deliverables.
  • Demonstrable experience of working to tight deadlines with competing priorities.
  • SC Clearance.
Background and Responsibilities

This role is suitable for someone who can meet multiple deadlines, deliver design to a detailed level, as well as prioritise and thrive under pressure. The successful candidate should have the ability to liaise with and confidently influence stakeholders and the ability to work across a number of disciplines.

Personal Qualities
  • Excellent writing and literacy skills, in particular proof reading.
  • Excellent command of the English language.
  • Meticulous eye for detail.
  • Honest and forthright with the ability to challenge constructively.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Ability to act on own initiative.
  • Team player.
  • Methodical process orientated approach.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive and professional attitude.
Equal Opportunities

PTS Consulting Partners is an Equal Opportunities employer and applicants are selected solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. No applicant shall receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, marital status, civil partnership status, trans-gender status, pregnancy, maternity, colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, belief, sexual orientation, disability, age. This is not an exclusive list.

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