AtkinsRéalis
Junior Security Consultant
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Job Description
Overview
The Physical Security & Resilience Practice forms part of the Design and Advanced Technology team within AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure. We provide specialist security consultancy services across the UK and internationally, supporting clients in delivering safe, secure, and resilient infrastructure.
Our work spans the full project lifecycle, from strategic advisory services and security risk assessments through to concept design, technical assurance, and operational readiness. We work across a wide range of sectors, including:
- Transportation
- Defence
- Government
- Nuclear
- Energy
- Critical National Infrastructure
As a Junior Security Consultant, you will work alongside experienced consultants on a variety of challenging projects, developing your technical knowledge while contributing to the delivery of high-quality security solutions.
Our Services Include:
- Security risk assessments, including Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessments (TVRAs) and Security Risk Management.
- Physical security strategy and security master planning.
- Security design for buildings, infrastructure, and public realm.
- Electronic security systems, including Video Surveillance Systems, Access Control, Intruder Detection, and Perimeter Intrusion Detection.
- Protective security and counter-terrorism advice.
- Operational security and security governance.
- Security surveys, audits, and site inspections.
- Business resilience and operational continuity.
- Security stakeholder engagement and multidisciplinary design coordination.
We pride ourselves on delivering practical, proportionate, and innovative security solutions that help our clients manage risk while supporting successful project outcomes.
Your Role
- Support the delivery of physical security consultancy projects across multiple sectors.
- Assist in undertaking security risk assessments and developing proportionate mitigation measures.
- Contribute to the production of technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
- Support the development of operational security requirements and security strategies.
- Participate in site visits, workshops, and client meetings.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary design teams and external stakeholders.
- Develop technical knowledge through mentoring, project experience, and formal training.
- Build an understanding of relevant legislation, standards, and industry good practice.
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About You
Essential
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within project teams.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel within the UK when required.
Desirable
- Understanding of physical security principles or security risk management.
- Awareness of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) or protective security.
- Knowledge of electronic security systems such as CCTV or Access Control.
- Experience of working within infrastructure or the built environment.
- Awareness of UK security guidance, such as NPSA publications.
- Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance where required.
Rewards & Benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Additional Information
Security Clearance
This role may require security clearance, and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at the interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.
Our Commitment
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive, and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
Worker Type
- Employee
Job Type
- Regular
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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