Head of Security Control

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About us
Our mission is to build a sustainable electric power system and combat climate change-a global responsibility we take seriously. As we shape a different energy future, we are transforming how we operate. GE Vernova is at a pivotal moment of expansion, delivering critical infrastructure and defence projects that power the nation.
Our Rugby site is the heartbeat of our Power Conversion & Storage business. With a robust pipeline of high-impact projects, we are at the forefront of the electrification revolution. We are looking for an experienced Head of Security Controller to support and strengthen our security compliance infrastructure and help to shape the future of national security compliance.

Job Description

About the role

Reporting directly to the UK Marine Director, as the Head of Security Control you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our people, data, and operations meet and exceed Government Agency requirements by leading the day-to-day management of physical and personnel security vetting helping to shape the future of national security compliance.

You will be the primary point of contact for national security compliance and the primary interface between GE Vernova and government agencies.

This is a boot on the ground role where you will be the driving force behind our security culture, ensuring we meet complex regulatory demands including the administration, auditing, and processing of security clearances.

This is a hybrid role based at our Rugby, UK office 3 days a week.

What you will do

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with the UK Security Policy Framework (SPF), JSP, and IPSA requirements. This includes the management, storage, and auditing of classified documentation.

• Personnel Security: Lead the administration and auditing of personnel security vetting, including the processing of BPSS, SC, and DV clearances.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Function as the primary site authority for security matters, managing enquiries from government agencies and customers to ensure all legislative requirements are adhered to.

• Operational Security Advice: Provide counsel to the UK Marine Director ensuring security protocols are integrated into operational business processes.

• Team Leadership: Manage a small team providing guidance to ensure consistent operational standards and delivery.

• Total Reward: Competitive compensation including performance-related bonus, car allowance, flexible pension, employer-funded private health insurance, income protection, and life assurance.
• Wellbeing & Balance: We embrace flexible working and hybrid options, empowering you to achieve a true work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
• Time to Recharge: 26 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Career Growth: We provide a platform for continuous development. Through mentorship, open dialogue, and support for professional qualifications, we help you map a career path that evolves with your ambitions.
• Hybrid/flexible work pattern

• Professional background: Proven experience Head of Security Control or equivalent within UK Defence, Aerospace, MOD, or Government contracting environments.
• Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK Government security standards (JSP, SPF) and the processes governing personnel security vetting (BPSS, SC, DV).
• Communication: Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional Conduct: Ability to manage sensitive information with integrity, discretion, and composure under pressure.
• Security & Vetting: UK Eyes only - must hold Sole British Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain SC-level national security vetting. As this role supports critical infrastructure government projects, all candidates will be subject to rigorous background checks and suitability assessments (BPSS or SC clearance) as part of the hiring process.