This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week Monday to Friday

Flexible working patterns, such as compressed hours, available

Remote working not available

This role requires frequent travel that could be upwards of 20 weeks per year

Technical security is vital to enable our organisation to operate efficiently and securely.  As a Senior Technical Security Engineer, you will be actively protecting the UK and its assets.

As a skilled and dedicated Senior Technical Security Engineer, you’ll lead the Technical Security Team and deliver critical security solutions.

You will bring your in-depth knowledge of security systems and electrical system installation to lead a team to work collaboratively and innovatively on global hardware upgrade programmes.

You will work a combination of office based and installation work meaning you have a varied and dynamic workload.  You will be taking the lead on installing and commissioning security systems, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, and providing remote technical support.  You will support the research and development of new technical security systems and participate in meetings with stakeholders to understand new and emerging threats. 

You will also be fully supported to participate in training courses and workshops to develop and expand your technical knowledge. 

Travel is a key element of this role, and you should be prepared to travel for upwards of 20 weeks per year, sometimes at short notice. 

Your work will be essential to the organisations ability to operate efficiently and securely in this unique role you will be actively contributing towards the protection of the UK and its assets overseas. 

More About You

To apply for this role, you will already have:

• Comprehensive technical knowledge of security systems, including CCTV, intruder alarms and access control systems OR relevant field.
• Good electronics knowledge.
• Fundamental understanding of IP networking.
• Previous experience of leading small teams of engineers.

It would be beneficial if you also have one of the following (although these are not essential): 

• Knowledge of Technical Security.
• Knowledge of Electrical Systems.
• Knowledge of Communication Systems.

Physical demands of the role

This role requires frequent standing, walking and climbing and includes working at heights and may involve working in cramped or confined spaces.  You will also be working in a variety of environmental conditions. 

You must be able to:

• Lift and carry equipment and tools safely.
• Be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including standing, kneeling and crawling.
• Be able to use manual dexterity to perform tasks such as wiring and connecting equipment.

Your Personal Skills 

You are someone who:

• Communicates in a straightforward, open and engaging manner, choosing appropriate styles to maximise understanding and impact.
• Has good problem-solving skills and is able to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Reflects on your work, continuously seeking and acting on feedback to improve your own and the team’s performance.
• Contributes to an inclusive working environment by ensuring all opinions and challenges are listened to and all individual needs are considered.
• Collates, analyses and uses a range of relevant, credible information from internal and external sources to support decisions.

Putting your skills to use 

Using your diverse range of skills within the Technical Security Team, you will:

• Configure and test equipment before deployment.
• Lead in installing, commissioning, and testing security systems, such as CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems.
• Lead in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Ensure that all installations meet the required technical and security standards.
• Provide remote technical support for security systems.
• Lead in conducting maintenance visits to ensure that security systems are functioning correctly.
• Support in the research and development of new technical security systems and solutions.
• Participate in training courses and workshops to develop technical skills and knowledge.

Training and Development

There will be opportunities to develop your skills and training, upon joining you will be mentored and coached from experienced member of the team, and there will be opportunities to collaborate with other teams and organisations to share knowledge. 

You will be able to attend internal and external courses, conferences, and workshops to expand your knowledge and skills and if you so wish you could obtain qualifications such as:

• Certifications in areas such as CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control.
• Diplomas or degrees in related fields, such as electrical engineering, electronics, or computer science.
• Professional certifications, such as those offered by the Security Institute (SI) or the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

What we Offer

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you: 

• A positive, collaborative and inclusive work environment. 
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.  
• 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.  
• 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).  
• Pension.  Our Pension scheme is Alpha.  It’s competitive.  
• Opportunities for development. 
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.  Your salary is for your contracted hours.  If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.  
• Flexible or compressed hours to support you to balance your life with your work.  
• Paid parental and adoption leave and neonatal policy. 
• Training.  Lots and lots of training.  This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree.  If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.  
• Opportunities for mentoring and coaching. 
• Free secure parking and allocated parking for car shares. 
• Affinity groups – whether you are a person with a disability, part of the LGBTQIA+ community and/or from an ethnic minority background, we provide an inclusive environment, support and a variety of networks for everyone. 
• Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.  
• Bike to work scheme. 
• Multi-faith Prayer room. This is a quiet contemplation room for staff to use for prayer or reflection.  
• 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. 
• Sports & Social Society.  Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. We offer regular subsidised theatre tickets and on-site activities. 
• On site café and restaurant. 
• On site nursery (subject to availability). 
• Relocation Loan*. 

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the engineering specialists at the heart of the UK’s national security. 

We work with the national security community, UK government, academia, private sector partners and international allies to bring engineering ingenuity to the national security mission, creating tools and technologies that drive us ahead and help to protect the nation. 

We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. 

To find out more about us and if we’re right for you, please visit our website. 

Equal Opportunities

Inclusion and diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences.  

HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. 

We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do.  

We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. 

Apply now

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Our recruitment team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. 

Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.   

*If you are relocating to the area and renting a property then we can offer an interest free relocation loan of up to £2,500, which is to be repaid in instalments over a period of 24 months.