Senior Security Engineer – CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarms

Location: London & Home Counties

Salary: £40,000 – £47,500 (up to £50,000 DOE) + Overtime + Bonus + Company Van

The Company

We are a growing fire and security company with SSAIB accreditation, delivering projects across London and the Home Counties. With a strong pipeline of work, a loyal client base, and full support from the wider fire division, we are now seeking a Senior Security Engineer to lead and expand our security operations.

The Role

This is a hands-on role with clear progression into management. You will:

Install, commission, and maintain CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems

Manage end-to-end security projects from survey to handover

Carry out site surveys, quotations, and proposals for new installations and takeovers

Provide fault finding, upgrades, and planned preventative maintenance

Cover occasional emergency callouts (1 in 8 weeks)

Work alongside our fire installation team on larger projects

Ensure compliance with SSAIB / NSI accreditation standards

Shape and grow the security division with marketing and leadership support

Transition into a full-time management role as the department expands

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Security Systems Engineer / Senior Security Engineer

Strong knowledge of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarms

Familiarity with SSAIB / NSI accreditation schemes

Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Full UK driving licence

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Benefits & Package

£40,000 – £47,500 basic (up to £50k DOE)

Overtime: 1.5x (Saturday), 2x (Sunday)

Callout rota (1 in 8) + £130 standby + 50% callout invoice bonus

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Company van (private use permitted, HMRC rules apply)

Commission scheme + future profit share opportunities

Company pension scheme

Career progression into division management

Training, development, and long-term stability

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Senior Security Engineer, CCTV Engineer, Access Control Engineer, or Intruder Alarm Engineer looking to step into leadership, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a division and shape its future success. Apply today with your CV