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Resident Engineer – London & EMEA
Location: London, UK (Principal Site: Liverpool St) with EMEA travel
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000.00 – £70,000 basic plus travel to London and expenses to EMEA
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Lead technical security engineering across a global organisation’s EMEA operations
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Work with cutting-edge CCTV, access control and intruder detection systems
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Monday to Friday London site based, with approximately 3 days travel across EMEA every 2 months
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23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with opportunities for professional development and industry engagement
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Take ownership of site-specific projects and drive continuous innovation in security infrastructure
Our client is a leading global financial services organisation seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join their Corporate Real Estate and Services team in London. You’ll provide expert technical support and leadership for physical security systems, primarily across their UK operations, with approximately 10% of your time covering EMEA operations. You will be working on projects that directly protect their infrastructure and people. If you’re looking to advance your career in corporate security engineering and have the technical expertise to succeed in this role, this is an excellent opportunity.
Position Overview
As Resident Engineer, you’ll be the subject matter expert for technical security engineering, providing second and third line support whilst leading site-specific security projects. You’ll maintain and enhance the organisation’s security infrastructure, ensuring systems operate at the highest standard. Your work will span software and firmware upgrades, documentation management and change control coordination, whilst researching new security innovations to keep the organisation ahead of emerging threats and technologies.
Responsibilities
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Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for physical security systems including CCTV, access control and intruder detection
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Lead site-specific security projects from planning through to completion and handover
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Perform software and firmware upgrades across security infrastructure with minimal disruption
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Manage technical documentation including site templates, IP schedules and system configurations
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Coordinate between internal teams and third-party security providers to ensure seamless operations
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Oversee change control processes and ensure compliance with security protocols
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Research and evaluate new security innovations and technologies for potential implementation
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Maintain accurate records and provide technical reporting to senior management
Requirements
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Minimum five years’ experience in technical engineering roles focused on physical security systems
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Proven expertise designing, implementing and managing CCTV, access control and intruder detection systems
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Proficiency in DevOps, networking, virtual machines and SQL
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Experience working in corporate security environments, preferably within the financial sector
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Relevant manufacturer certifications in security systems
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Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Company Overview
Our client is a global financial institution with a strong presence across EMEA, operating from a principal London location. The organisation is committed to maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence and customer support within their security operations. They foster a proactive, can-do culture that encourages research, development and continuous professional growth. The team values innovation and invests in training and industry engagement to support career advancement, creating an environment where technical professionals can develop expertise and take ownership of meaningful projects that protect critical infrastructure.
Benefits
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Competitive salary of £65,000.00 basic plus travel allowance
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23 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays
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Opportunities for overtime subject to prior written authorisation
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Access to training and professional development programmes
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Engagement with industry research and innovation initiatives
Alongside this competitive package, you’ll join a value-driven organisation that prioritises technical excellence and professional growth. You’ll work within a collaborative team that encourages independent thinking, supports continuous learning, and values your expertise in protecting critical security infrastructure.
How to Apply
Interested in learning more? Get in touch or apply today – we’d love to hear from you
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