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Senior Electronic Security Systems Consultant
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid
Salary: £750,000 – £80,000 plus bonus
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Deliver integrated physical, electronic, and operational security solutions for critical national infrastructure clients
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Transition your systems integration background into a high-impact security design and consulting role
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Work with cutting-edge technologies including video analytics, command-and-control platforms, PAVA, and perimeter detection
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Develop your expertise in security design, engineering, and technical assurance within a supportive consultancy
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Shape the future of threat mitigation through specialist electronic security systems expertise
Opening Statement
Our client is a specialist security consultancy leading the field in threat mitigation and hostile vehicle mitigation design solutions. They are seeking a capable Senior Electronic Security Systems Consultant focused on the design and specification of integrated electronic security solutions to join and develop their growing team. If you are ready to move beyond systems integration and develop your skills in security design, engineering, and technical assurance, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a well-established organisation that values expertise, professional standards, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview
As a Senior Electronic Security Systems Consultant, you will deliver integrated physical, electronic, and operational security solutions across client engagements from initial contact through to project completion. You will undertake technical security reviews, conduct comprehensive design surveys, and specify complex security systems that protect critical infrastructure and vulnerable assets. This opportunity is particularly suited to someone with a systems integration background who is looking to take the next step in their career, broaden their technical expertise, and develop their security design skills within a consultancy role.
Responsibilities
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Design and specify integrated physical, electronic, and operational security solutions to meet client-specific operational requirements
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Undertake technical security reviews, audits, and detailed design surveys for critical national infrastructure projects
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Specify systems across CCTV, access control, perimeter intrusion detection, command-and-control platforms, PAVA, intercoms, and control room environments
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Apply working knowledge of IP networks and physical infrastructure requirements to ensure robust security architecture
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Utilise RIBA security overlay, NPSA approach to security, CPTED, and Secured by Design principles across all project deliverables
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Build long-term client relationships and support bid management and business development initiatives
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Provide technical assurance and collaborate with team members to enhance design quality and capability
Requirements
Essential:
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In-depth industry knowledge of CCTV system design, including recording, video analytics, and electronic surveillance
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Strong experience in access control system design and credential management
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Proven understanding of perimeter intrusion detection and protection systems
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Expertise in integrated security management and command-and-control platforms
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Knowledge of associated security systems such as PAVA, intercoms, and control room design
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Background in systems integration or security engineering, with a desire to develop skills in consultancy and technical assurance
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Understanding of RIBA security overlay, NPSA methodologies, CPTED, and Secured by Design principles
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Ability to obtain and maintain UK Government security clearance
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Excellent client-facing communication, technical writing, and project delivery skills
Desirable:
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Working knowledge of IP networks and infrastructure requirements for security systems
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Experience in bid estimation and business development support
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Relevant degree or professional qualification in engineering or electronic security design
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Membership of a recognised industry body such as the Security Institute or ASC
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established specialist consultancy with genuine expertise in blast mitigation, weapons effects, and hostile vehicle mitigation design solutions. What sets them apart is their ownership of dedicated blast and weapons effect test facilities, enabling them to deliver evidence-based consulting backed by real-world testing and validation. They are known for maintaining the highest professional standards, delivering exceptional quality to clients, and building enduring relationships grounded in trust and technical excellence. The consultancy fosters a culture of continuous improvement, investing in staff development through in-house training and partnerships with specialist product suppliers. They work across multiple sectors protecting critical assets and infrastructure, and are committed to developing their team’s knowledge and industry recognition.
How to Apply
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