BAE Systems

Security Controller

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Job Title\: Security Controller

Location\: Portsmouth - Portsdown Technology Park, onsite role with some flexibility

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Referral Bonus\: £1000

Grade\: GG10

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE\: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description\:

As a Site Security Controller, you will lead the hands‑on delivery of security governance and protective practices across Naval Ships programmes, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. You’ll work closely with diverse internal teams, operational staff and external partners to create a secure and collaborative environment.

Acting as the security SME, you will assess risks, shape mitigation plans and support their implementation to keep people, assets and information safe. Your contribution enables complex Naval Ship projects to be delivered securely and confidently.

Core duties\:

  • You will be seen by internal stakeholders as the security point of contact for any allocated sites and facilities
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams to ensure that customers and company security requirements are being met
  • Ensure delivery of Security Risk Management to address and reduce any identified risks to an acceptable level
  • You will have overall contractual responsibility for the security management of government classified assets and information
  • Carry out timely and proportionate response to and the processing of security incidents, to minimise the damage to the organisation

Essential Skills\:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of GovS 007\: Security, Joint Service Publications and Information Assurance Standards
  • Ability to assess and report on security measures, ensuring policies remain current and robust
  • Experience within Defence or another regulated industry is highly desirable and considered an asset

The Security Team\:

You will work at the centre of a fast‑paced, delivery‑focused environment supporting key Naval Ships programmes. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams, you’ll manage shifting security priorities, meet business and customer obligations and build a rewarding career through ownership, adaptability and meaningful contribution.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive\:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date\: 8th July 2026