Principal Security Systems Engineer

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Today the risks to people, assets and organisations are rapidly evolving. We help clients navigate the toughest questions in the spheres of safety risk, security risk and business risk. Whether due to geopolitical risk, climate change, life extension of ageing infrastructure or the increased connectivity of our built environment, we help clients develop appropriate and proportionate solutions to their risks.

Our Resilience Security and Risk team includes leading experts in security intelligence, blast and protective design, physical and electronic security design, cyber-security, personnel and operational security.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for an Associate to directly support the Associate Director of the Physical Security practice in the UKIMEA Resilience, Security & Risk team. This is a leadership role, deputising for the Associate Director as required, but also fulfilling the following responsibilities:

1. Project management and director responsibilities on specialist and multi-disciplinary projects.
2. Line management responsibility for five senior grades who all have their own reports in locations across the UK.
3. Manage resourcing and the daily operational need of the team, including recruitment, CPD bid development and delivery.
4. The role is also client facing at times to understand and address security risks, creating sustainable and innovative physical security solutions to address security risk, and will assist in the development of world-class capabilities in Arup’s Resilience, Security & Risk team.

Is this role right for you?

The role of Associate within the Resilience Security and Risk team demands a combination of leadership, technical and commercial excellence. The successful candidate will demonstrate the qualities of someone keen to develop innovative solutions and inspire both clients and fellow colleagues within Arup.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Developing relationships with existing and new clients.
2. Represent the Resilience, Security and Risk team at external conferences, working parties and BSI committees by presenting or contributing to the strategic direction of security in the UK and globally.
3. Provide technical oversight and guidance to the team to ensure that the best possible standards are achieved.
4. Review contracts and agree them in conjunction with the Arup Legal team.
5. Set project forecasts and delivery plans, working with the commercial manager to ensure they are kept up to date and on track. You will be required to negotiate fee changes with clients as required and proactively manage change to protect Arup's interest.
6. Work across a wide range of industries including transport, energy, education, science, cities and digital.

The successful candidate will hold a qualification in system, electrical, electronic or digital technology design or integration. Industry and/or academic credentials in security or risk management would be beneficial.

• Proven leader of high performing technical teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Bi along with skill in Bluebeam Studio for hosted design reviews with clients.
• Experience in working on projects outside of UKIMEA.
• Have existing network of industry contacts.
• A holistic approach to identifying solutions for clients; you will not default to technology-only solutions for security problems.
• Understand how national and international legislation and standards are applied and be committed to growing the business and therefore be a proactive networker willing to travel regionally and internationally.
• Be prepared to work on client site outside of London for periods of time.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Kylie O’Hanlon at kylie.ohanlon@Arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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Closing Date: 30-04-25