Security Controller

Security Controller (National Construction Business)

Location: National – Based at any Morgan Sindall Construction Office with UK wide travel
Project Based & Office Based, with flexibility for occasional remote working

We are looking for an experienced and talented Security Controller to support the Head of Security by providing guidance and advice for all secure project enquiries, with proactive advice to all departments on varying aspects of security and information assurance compliance for the national business.

About Morgan Sindall
Morgan Sindall Construction is an Investors in People Platinum employer providingnational construction services to private and public sector customers across a range of markets. Together, we create great results for our customers, partners and people. We are one of the UK’S most successful Tier 1 contractors. As a progressive and ambitious company, our employees benefit from a safe and rewarding working environment.

About the role:

You will be working within our National business, where you will:

Develop and maintain awareness of upcoming projects and ensure the implementation of security when using is built into all guiding principles from initiation through to delivery. Act as initial point of contact when a security breach occurs, alert or unusual event. Ensuring compliance to SMP’s during bid and delivery phases

• Keep up to date with the latest security and technology developments
• Act as the primary point of contact for all secure projects and for ensuring the application of security controls for the appropriate protection of information assets
• Responsible for ensuring all security projects and programmes meet HMG Customer and Corporate information security and data compliance requirements
• Facilitate briefing sessions regularly to the appropriate personnel
• Champion service and process improvement activities and challenge the status quo in our current processes
• Reviewing and periodically assessing supply chain partners to ensure compliance, including people, processes, and digital tools and systems.
• Versatile and will enjoy a variety of work.
• Engagement and influence our staff, subcontractors, consultants and clients.
• Drive and desire to improve themselves and the business.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications & Training

• A high level of personal integrity and discretion is essential as is the ability to hold/attain and maintain an HMG security clearance.
• Proven experience in data security management, preferably within the construction or related industry.
• In-depth knowledge of data classification methodologies and regulatory requirements, particularly in handling Official Sensitive and Secret classified data.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in collaborating with clients and stakeholders to develop security management plans.
• Experience coordinating security vetting processes, including SC level clearance, with government agencies.
• Proficiency in conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and implementing recommended controls.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.

Technical Skills & experience

• Good knowledge of all aspects of security.
• Ability to train colleagues at all levels
• Working knowledge of HMG Security Policy Framework, GovS 007 and Good Practice Guides –
• experience in driving continuous improvements in business processes and the ability to identify root cause corrective actions
• understanding of the fundamentals of the General Data Protection Regulation principles
• experience working in the security field, including experience working with HMG information assets in a secure environment
• ability to conduct regular Security Risk Assessments and audits, review and monitoring of related standards and arrangements spot checks

To thrive in our business, you should share our passion for the project at hand and enjoy working in an inclusive and hardworking team environment. At Morgan Sindall Construction our employees work collectively, encouraging and challenging each other to succeed. Across our business we treat everyone equally and have developed a community where voices are heard, and respected.

What can we offer you?

Working in our National Construction business, you will be part of a growing and dynamic team of people who are passionate about what they do and enjoy the challenge and pace of work in a hardworking and fun construction environment. No day will be the same and we challenge each other to deliver what’s right for our customers.

Our culture is so important to us and defines the way we go about our business. We are inclusive, supportive and team focused and take pride in the longstanding and committed relationships we have with our supply chain partners.

Our culture places a huge amount of trust in our team – we all know what is expected of us and we are committed to delivering as individuals and as a team.

Equality Statement

Morgan Sindall Construction seeks to recruit the best person for each of our roles, based on merit alone and free from bias. We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We recruit individuals who embody our core values of professionalism, expertise and trust which has given us a fantastic variety of people and cultures across our organisation.

Morgan Sindall Construction are committed to collaborating with skilled and dedicated people, we recognise that valuable experience is gained outside of the industry. We are welcoming and fully supportive of Veteran and Service Leaver applicants for all roles within the business.

We celebrate our diverse teams who make Morgan Sindall Construction the inclusive, collaborative and rewarding place it is to work. We hire the best in the industry, provide them the support to achieve their goals and challenge them to make a real impact on our business. If you want to join an organisation that truly sees and harnesses what makes you unique, apply to us today.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Our aim is to create a workplace built on acceptance, respect, and inclusion, where everyone feels that they belong and can make a meaningful contribution. We encourage applicants regardless of religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family, or parental status.Morgan Sindall Construction is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.

Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. In the recruitment process all applicants are required to provide the necessary right to work information and documentation. Our recruitment process should be accessible to all. If you need any assistance or accommodation during the recruitment process, please email.[email protected]