Security Advisor - Physical

Job Title\: Security Advisor - Physical

Location\: Barrow-In-Furness (Hybrid - minimum of 3 days a week onsite. depending on business need)

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

Grade\: S3

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.

What you’ll be doing\:

In this role, you will be embedded within the Physical and Technical Security Assessments team and the wider security function, reporting to the Senior Security Manager and will be carrying out a range of tasks in support of the delivery of the Physical and Technical Security across project teams and the wider business.. You will be assisting the team with general office management duties as well as working with data to identify solutions to known problems. This is a great opportunity to get exposure across the business working with a variety of stakeholders and being able to influence the security aspects of all future submarine products. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria

Core duties\:

• Conducting a range of physical and technical security assessments such as; facility threat and vulnerability assessments, vital area identification, security surveys and operational requirements in support of the Physical Protection System (PPS)
• Provide subject matter expertise in the design and selection of physical and technical security measures to meet a broad and complex range of threats, acting as the intelligent customer
• Coordinate and conduct a Programme of physical security testing to identify vulnerabilities and assure the efficacy of security measures
• Work alongside other security disciplines, facility management and outside agencies to plan and deliver the effective provision of business enabling security and create resilient, secure working environments.

Essential Skills\:

• IT literacy especially Microsoft office
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the business including challenging decisions or ideas.

The Physical & Technical Security Assessments Team\:

You will join a team of Physical & Technical Security Professionals working in collaboration with peers across other security functions and the wider business, to protect BAE Systems and Customer assets, in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements. You will support the development and application of policies, processes and support activities in line with the security strategy to support complex, innovative programmes of work. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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\: 9th August 2026