Company Description
Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.
In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.
Assystem holds a strong position in the market, particularly in France and the United Kingdom for nuclear energy. Assystem also aims to play a major role as an owner's engineer internationally to remain among the top five global nuclear players. To achieve this, a specific business unit, FEET, has been created, within which a dedicated team will play a key role.
Job Description
The Company Security Controller who is responsible to the Corporate Services Director & the Managing Director for the security activities of the company and is primarily responsible for managing efficient and effective coordination of each sites’ security operation in the areas of physical, material, documents, personnel and information security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaison with Contracting Authority representatives or appointed FSC / List N Security Advisor.
- Advising management on security controls interpretation and implementation.
- Coordinating security planning for new contracts or classified asset handling.
- Conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions for security incidents.
- Maintaining compliance with security standards and regulations.
- Organizing security awareness campaigns and employee briefings.
- Developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and training.
- Collaborating with the Deputy Company Security Controller & Responsible Site Security Officers.
- Ensuring adherence to industry security assurance frameworks.
- Acting as the point of contact for security awareness for international mobility.
- Line management responsibility for the Deputy Company Security Controller.
- Maintaining accreditations and overseeing third-party security assurance.
- Liaising with Information Security to ensure international information sharing procedures.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Experience as a company security controller in defense and/or nuclear industries.
- Ability to obtain Security Clearance and hold British nationality.
- Experience with defense & nuclear accreditations and security risk management.
- Completion of Personal Risk Assessments.
- Hold a current driving license.
- Relevant security qualifications and degree-level education preferred.
Desired Skills:
- Working knowledge of ISO 27001 and ISO 22301.
- Expertise in security risk analysis, crime prevention, contract management, and leadership.
- Proficiency in security design, access management, CCTV systems, and facility counterterrorism.
- Experience in information protection, personnel safety, and business continuity management
Location:
- Based near Blackburn, Derby, Sunderland or Westlakes.
- 2-3 days in the office with hybrid working and occasional travel
Additional Information
What do we have to offer?
📈 Continuous professional development opportunities through a learning-focused company that prioritizes training throughout your career.
💥 Access to innovative projects, providing a stimulating and rewarding experience.
💥 A company culture based on collaboration, mutual support, fostering a positive and motivating work environment.
💥 Compensation policies aimed at encouraging and rewarding individual investment and teamwork.
💥 Flexibility and work-life balance through flexible work policies and employee support programs.
We are committed to the equal treatment of all candidates and celebrate all forms of diversity. At Assystem, only skills matter! If you wish to bring any particular situation or specific needs to the attention of Assystem, do not hesitate – you will be supported!
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
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