Negotiable
Outside
Undetermined
City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Physical Security Manager role is a contract position based in Bristol, focusing on safeguarding people, assets, and infrastructure within a high-profile organization. The manager will lead physical security operations, develop security policies, conduct risk assessments, and manage third-party vendors. This position requires a strong background in security management, particularly in critical infrastructure or high-security environments. The role offers competitive rates and the potential for contract extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all aspects of physical security operations across the site
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve security policies and procedures
- Conduct risk assessments and threat analysis to identify vulnerabilities
- Oversee access control systems, CCTV, guarding, and incident response processes
- Manage third-party security vendors and contractors, ensuring SLA compliance
- Coordinate and lead incident investigations and reporting
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure aligned security strategies
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards
- Support business continuity and crisis management planning
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a Physical Security Manager / Security Lead role
- Strong background in corporate, critical infrastructure, or high-security environments
- Experience managing security technologies (CCTV, access control, alarms)
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks and security best practices
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience managing security suppliers and contracts
- Relevant certifications (CPP, PSP or equivalent)
- Desirable Experience: Experience working in regulated or sensitive environments
- Familiarity with ISO standards such as ISO 27001 or ISO 22301
- Crisis management or incident response leadership experience
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: City Of Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Physical Security Manager (Contract) - SC Cleared
Location: Bristol / Yeovil
Contract Length: 6–12 months (potential extension)
Day Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35 preferred – negotiable depending on experience)
Overview: We are seeking an experienced Physical Security Manager to join a high-profile organisation in Bristol on a contract basis. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the protection of people, assets, and infrastructure, supporting critical operations and maintaining best-in-class security standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all aspects of physical security operations across the site
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve security policies and procedures
- Conduct risk assessments and threat analysis to identify vulnerabilities
- Oversee access control systems, CCTV, guarding, and incident response processes
- Manage third-party security vendors and contractors, ensuring SLA compliance
- Coordinate and lead incident investigations and reporting
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure aligned security strategies
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards
- Support business continuity and crisis management planning
Key Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a Physical Security Manager / Security Lead role
- Strong background in corporate, critical infrastructure, or high-security environments
- Experience managing security technologies (CCTV, access control, alarms)
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks and security best practices
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience managing security suppliers and contracts
- Relevant certifications (CPP, PSP or equivalent)
Desirable Experience
- Experience working in regulated or sensitive environments
- Familiarity with ISO standards such as ISO 27001 or ISO 22301
- Crisis management or incident response leadership experience
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work in a high-impact, business-critical environment
- Collaborative and fast-paced project setting
- Competitive contract rates
- Potential for contract extension
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If you are a proactive Physical Security professional ready to take ownership of a critical function, we would love to hear from you.