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Security Coordinator
We are looking to appoint a Security Coordinator to join our Defence team in Preston, supporting the delivery of a high profile and highly regulated Defence programme of national importance. This role requires highly trusted professionals who can operate with discretion, integrity, and accountability within a secure environment. Due to commence in late autumn to early winter, the position sits within an Integrated Client Team and offers responsibility for the safe and controlled delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects within a long-term Defence programme.
This candidate should have eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance (SC).
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Coordinating security clearance applications and renewals (BPSS, SC and DV) ensuring records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
- Supporting personnel security processes, including onboarding, transfers, leavers, and changes in clearance status.
- Acting as a liaison between employees, project teams, clients, UKSV, and other security stakeholders.
- Maintaining security records, registers, trackers, and documentation in line with programme and client requirements.
- Coordinating security briefings, inductions, and awareness activities for project personnel.
- Supporting security audits, inspections, and compliance reviews by preparing documentation and evidence.
- Supporting the reporting and escalation of security incidents, concerns, and potential breaches.
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You’ll Need To Have
- Experience working in a Defence, Government, or other highly regulated environment.
- Knowledge of UK Government security vetting processes, including BPSS, SC, and DV clearances.
- Strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Understanding of personnel, physical, and information security principles.
- Knowledge of data protection, freedom of information, and related security legislation.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
What’s On Offer
- Car allowance.
- Hybrid working.
- Medical health cover.
- Life insurance.
- Income protection insurance.
- Pension scheme.
- Discretionary annual salary reviews.
- Family-friendly policies.
- 22 days annual leave + 2 Mace days + 3 days Christmas shutdown + 1 additional day leave for every 2 years of service + Bank holidays.
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Our Values
- Safety First - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
- Client Focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes, and build long-term relationships with our clients.
- Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
- Create Opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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