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Job Title


Security Manager


Company : Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)


Location : Guildford, England


Created : 2025-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Security & Facilities·GuildfordSecurity ManagerFixed Term Contract until 2028 ResponsibleFor Maintenance of physical & classified material security, supported by SSTL’s Security Manager; deputy in their absence Reports To Head of IT, Security & Facilities Key Tasks The key task is to work with SSTL’s Security Manager to maintain physical security of the company’s commercial and government assets and support the wider IT, Personnel and Project Security functions. Core activities include: Completion of documentation necessary to maintain Facilities Security Certificate (FSC -FSC policy and guidance ) and Industrial Personal Security Assurance (IPSA) Development of company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance to HMG and corporate security standards to cover all the below areas Management of physical security systems (AACS, IDS, CCTV & Locks)Management of physical security systems including onboarding (creating access cards & ID, training etc) & offboarding users Organisation of maintenance and execution of audit of physical security systems Organisation & management of keys for security equipment Updating of Guarding InstructionsSupport to the Personal Security Officer in completing National Security Vetting & AftercareDevelopment of processes and creation of evidence for IPSA accreditation Creation & issue or receipt of Confirmation of Clearances (UK & Overseas)Development and presentation of security awareness materialWorking with IT Security Team Drawing upon NPSA, IPSA & ADS material Creation & execution of communication planDevelopment and deployment of Traveller Security materialAssembling traveller security packs using FCDO & iSOS destination specific material + NPSA security advice Providing briefing to staff travelling abroad Issue of Casual Courier CertificatesManagement of HMG classified materialChecking in & destruction processes Preparation of courier / transfer documentation Muster of material Organisation of destruction Reporting security incidentsManagement of CRYPTO materialCRYPTO Custodian Alt Preparation of courier / transfer documentation Muster of material Organisation of destructionManagement of small explosives storeChecking in & out processes Muster of material Licence ApplicationSupport for Project Security activitiesOrganisation of Security Aspects Letters Cyber assurance questionnaire Staff approval, briefing & access Space licences (CAA) Security advice to project teams and manufacturersManagement of Secure Areas, ensuring they are maintained, inspected and suitable for use. The role may require the applicant to be on-call and respond to security issue outside normal working hours. They may also be required to be first-aid & fire marshals. Success Criteria Physical security of SSTL & HMG assets and creation of documentation to demonstrate this is comprehensively addressed. PERSON SPECIFICATION (essential requirements) Qualifications A degree (or equivalent) in a technical subject is preferable but not essential. A qualification in Security or progress on MoD / DISA / NPSA training paths is preference – but training will be provided Must be a UK citizen, must be able to attain and hold National Security Vetting at DV level and explosives licence. Experience Involvement in management of high security of facilities, projects or products in a high technology environment an advantage but not essential Knowledge & SkillsAbility to listen to others and work as part of a team Ability to maintain organisation in a dynamic environment and self-manage ambiguity The role requires working on site, however hours can be flexible to allow for childcare / caring responsibilities. Limited UK & international travel and on-call support may be required DepartmentSecurity & FacilitiesRoleSecurity ManagerLocationsGuildfordEmployment typeFull-timeJob Reference2086Security & Facilities·GuildfordSecurity ManagerAlready working at Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd.?Let’s recruit together and find your next colleague.#J-18808-Ljbffr