Security Controller

A specialist defence solutions provider is seeking a Security Controller to support the 24/7 operations of protecting a site in the Middle East. The Security Controller will be monitoring and controlling the actions of defence systems that provide an operational view of real-time threats in the vicinity. The Security Controller must have worked within a hostile environment, must be flexible to work shift rotations (see below for more details), and be able to work under high pressure. The Security Controller will need direct experience in the military or law enforcement, working in CUAS operations or a related environment.
Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged
Key Responsibilities:
* Using systems to monitor predefined airspace for potential aerial threats proactively
* Perform dynamic searches driven by visual sightings of potential threats
* Analyse and assess potential UAS threats, determining the level of risk, validity, and appropriate response measures
* Coordinate with security teams in response to UAS-related threats
* Implement countermeasures to neutralise UAS threats
* Maintain detailed records of events, drone detections, incidents, and responses for analysis and reporting purposes
* Adhere to local and international security regulations
* Resolve, configure, operate, and troubleshoot various IT and security tools
* Proactively monitor software and hardware, and report any issues to the support desk and manage customer-facing communications
* Represent the Company on-site and be responsible for producing regular reporting and insight for your employer
* Train & upskill local security forces regarding some systems situated within certain contexts
Shifts:
4 weeks overseas (8-hour shifts daily (day or night) whilst in country on shift), 1 week overseas or UK head office and 3 weeks off.
Knowledge, skills and qualifications required:
* Have a strong background in the military or law enforcement
* Experience working in hostile environments
* Minimum 3 years with direct CUAS operational experience
* Experience supporting large industrial and/or governmental infrastructure/facilities
* Have relevant qualifications and certifications for this role
* Must hold or previously have had security clearance
* Clean record
* Is highly professional
* Strong teamwork, communication, analytical, and leadership skills
* Able to remain calm and operate under high pressure
* Is flexible to work the above shift rotation
Salary: £70,000
Benefits: pension (4%), life assurance, 25 days hols