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There has never been a better time to join our client's organisation as they build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising their environmental impact and reducing their carbon footprint!If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.Job OverviewTo support the operational delivery of the Southern Water Protective Security Strategy. Known internally as the Security Project Engineer, this role is primarily accountable for supporting the development, delivery of physical security as part of Capital delivery and major projects across Southern Water. Developing relationships with IT/OT and 3rd party supply chain/Tier 1 Contractors. Travel across the whole estate will be required to support business needs.The role is the link between the overarching security legislation, regulators guidance and the business.On a day to day basis you will be:Providing physical security advice and guidance to the business in relation to complaint security measures with the focus on major and capital delivery projectsSupport Regional Security Advisors assuring any security upgrades/project are compliant with the relevant Southern Water physical security policies and standardsWork with the AMC Manager to continually improve the AMC ESS system performance and ensure systems are up to date and maintained.Collaborate with IT/OT, 3rd Party integrators and Tier 1 contractors, develop effective working relationships and support service delivery improvements for ESS.Promoting security within the business to ensure Southern Waters people, processes, premises and assets security is maintained. About YouRequired for the role:Established experience in a similar security roleExperience and understanding of physical security risk management processes Knowledge of the integration of varied security disciplines at an operational levelExperience of conducting security risk assessments and security investigations.Experience of auditing and compliance of security standards and policies.Experience of stakeholder management relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.Experience of working collaboratively within a matrix organisation and providing security advice and guidance.Experience of collaboration with the police or other security agencies in delivering security or resilience.Must be eligible for National Security vetting to SC levelAbility for operational analysis; reviewing existing operations to understand vulnerabilitiesAbility to influence stakeholders using knowledge and experienceExcellent communication skillsTrack record of delivering best security practice to large organisations.Ideally you will also have:- Relevant physical security qualifications (ASIS PSP, CSMP, Security Institute BTEC/NVQ L4) or higher or relevant experience- Specialist security training (NPSA accredited) obtained through a police, military or civil service background.- Understanding of the legislation pertaining to water security- Understanding of the regulatory guidance pertaining to water securityPackageThis role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid approach to working between their offices, sites and home. There will be travel required in the Southern Water region and you will be on the on call rota (currently one week in 7).They are offering a salary of up to 50,000 per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including: Generous pension up to 11% company contribution 25 days annual leave Life assurance equal to 4x salary Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service) Health Cash Plan Full funded eye tests Two paid volunteering days a year Occupational health service Discounts with over 800 popular retailers Digital GP service Study support may be available for job-related qualifications Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options Cycle to work schemeJoin their Security team and see how far your career could progress with a company committed to career progression, training and development opportunities, our customers and the environment.