9 Counter Terrorism jobs in the United Kingdom

National Information Security Advisor
Location: Open to location but Bristol is preferred
Clearance: UK National | BPSS & SC preferred
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Rate: £33.50 per hour
Hours per week: 30 hours per week and 2 days in the office ideally 

 
The Opportunity

We're currently supporting a leading organisation in their search for a National Information Security Advisor with experience supporting UK Defence projects and delivering FM (Facilities Management) security implementation workstreams.
This role requires a proactive and knowledgeable professional who understands the security and compliance landscape within UK Defence, with a particular emphasis on ISO/IEC 27001 and related certification processes.
 
Key Responsibilities

·Support FM security implementation projects, ensuring alignment with UK Defence protocols
·Provide guidance and hands-on input for ISO 27001 implementation, internal audits, and certification activities
·Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across both business and technical functions
·Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners across various departments
·Contribute to the development and maintenance of information security policies and frameworks
·Maintain awareness of UK Defence-specific security requirements and ensure compliance across all relevant projects
·Support documentation, training, and improvement processes to enhance organisational security posture
 
Essential Skills & Experience

·UK national (BPSS and SC clearance highly desirable)
·Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001, ideally with experience supporting a certification project
·Experience working on projects aligned with UK Defence standards
·Solid understanding of information security governance, risk management, and compliance best practices
·Able to operate effectively in complex, multi-disciplinary environments
·Excellent written and verbal communication skills
·Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels
·Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
 
Qualifications

·Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
·Relevant industry certifications preferred - e.g., ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Internal Auditor
 
 
FOOTNOTE:
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Evan Brookes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
 

Location: National (Field Based)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you a high-energy, results-driven sales leader with deep experience in the people-based security solutions? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of sales strategy and execution, drive ambitious growth plans, and make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, service-led environment.

As Strategic Sales Director, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of sales strategies that deliver year-on-year growth.

• Self-generate high-quality opportunities, lead bids, and win new business.

• Manage and inspire a high-performing sales team, using KPIs and metrics to drive results.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior level, ensuring delivery on every promise.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a seamless handover from sales to service delivery.

• Analyse competitor and market trends to refine commercial strategy.

• Champion customer-first strategies, engagement, and retention initiatives.

We’re looking for a proven sales leader who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 5 years’ senior sales experience within the physical security personnel space.

• A strong track record of delivering sales growth through strategy, bids, and team leadership.

• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills, with experience in pricing and margin control.

• Confidence in presenting, influencing, and leading at executive level.

• Experience of developing and managing high-performing sales teams.

• A results-focused mindset, able to hit and exceed challenging sales targets.

• Full UK driving licence, with the flexibility to travel nationally.

• Ability to pass a full 5-year background check (employment history, references, credit, and right to work).

This is a pivotal role within a growing organisation, offering the chance to shape the next phase of expansion and deliver real commercial impact. In return, you’ll receive a competitive package and the opportunity to be part of a business that values ambition, accountability, and customer excellence.

Salary is £75,000 - £85,000 basic (Negotiable) + commission structure and company car 

Excellent Benefits 

New Ventures Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy 

Location: National (Field Based)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you a high-energy, results-driven sales leader with deep experience in the people-based security solutions? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of sales strategy and execution, drive ambitious growth plans, and make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, service-led environment.

As Strategic Sales Director, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of sales strategies that deliver year-on-year growth.

• Self-generate high-quality opportunities, lead bids, and win new business.

• Manage and inspire a high-performing sales team, using KPIs and metrics to drive results.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior level, ensuring delivery on every promise.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a seamless handover from sales to service delivery.

• Analyse competitor and market trends to refine commercial strategy.

• Champion customer-first strategies, engagement, and retention initiatives.

We’re looking for a proven sales leader who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 5 years’ senior sales experience within the physical security personnel space.

• A strong track record of delivering sales growth through strategy, bids, and team leadership.

• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills, with experience in pricing and margin control.

• Confidence in presenting, influencing, and leading at executive level.

• Experience of developing and managing high-performing sales teams.

• A results-focused mindset, able to hit and exceed challenging sales targets.

• Full UK driving licence, with the flexibility to travel nationally.

• Ability to pass a full 5-year background check (employment history, references, credit, and right to work).

This is a pivotal role within a growing organisation, offering the chance to shape the next phase of expansion and deliver real commercial impact. In return, you’ll receive a competitive package and the opportunity to be part of a business that values ambition, accountability, and customer excellence.

Salary is £75,000 - £85,000 basic (Negotiable) + commission structure and company car 

Excellent Benefits 

New Ventures Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy 

IT Sales: Business Development Manager – SaaS for Law Enforcement & Government Agencies

Location:  
UK Wide

Salary:  
£60k-£5k BASIC, 20k OTE + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Ref:   
(phone number removed)

Role:

Our client, a leading software author of innovative solutions into law enforcement and governmental agencies, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven sales professional to come onboard a close-knit team and play a pivotal role in expanding its footprint across the UK market. In this self-generating, new business-focused role, the appointed individual will be responsible for driving net-new client acquisition largely into the aforementioned sectors, selling our client’s full array of technology solutions. Any accounts won can be retained, offering strong potential for growth and allowing the successful candidate to capitalise on significant land-and-expand opportunities. To thrive in this remote-working role, it is essential that you can demonstrate a proven track record of selling complex software solutions into law enforcement and/or government agencies, alongside possessing the drive to make meaningful impact within a fantastic organisation, as it continues to revolutionise its technology landscape. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious person looking to take the next step in their career!

Required:

• 1-2 years’ experience in selling SaaS into law enforcement and/or government agencies
• 3+ years’ SaaS sales experience
• Proven track record of winning new business

Beneficial:

• Proactive, enthusiastic and results-driven
• Degree educated

To apply:
Call Harry Atwal on (phone number removed) or email: (url removed)

Please note:

• All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
• Please do not apply unless you have the required experience.
• All applications without the required experience will be unsuccessful.

Reimin Reid

We specialise in the placement of SaaS Sales Professionals. If you are looking for a new role and sell software and/or IT solutions and services, we would love to talk to you. Especially if you are currently holding/or have held the following positions:

• Business/Sales Development Representative
• Account Executive/Sales Executive/Senior Sales Executive
• Account Manager/Account Director
• Business Development Executive/Manager
• Partner/Channel/Alliance Manager
• Sales Manager/Sales Director/VP Sales/CRO etc.

IT Sales: Business Development Manager – SaaS for Law Enforcement & Government Agencies

Location:  
UK Wide

Salary:  
£60k-£5k BASIC, 20k OTE + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Ref:   
(phone number removed)

Role:

Our client, a leading software author of innovative solutions into law enforcement and governmental agencies, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven sales professional to come onboard a close-knit team and play a pivotal role in expanding its footprint across the UK market. In this self-generating, new business-focused role, the appointed individual will be responsible for driving net-new client acquisition largely into the aforementioned sectors, selling our client’s full array of technology solutions. Any accounts won can be retained, offering strong potential for growth and allowing the successful candidate to capitalise on significant land-and-expand opportunities. To thrive in this remote-working role, it is essential that you can demonstrate a proven track record of selling complex software solutions into law enforcement and/or government agencies, alongside possessing the drive to make meaningful impact within a fantastic organisation, as it continues to revolutionise its technology landscape. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious person looking to take the next step in their career!

Required:

• 1-2 years’ experience in selling SaaS into law enforcement and/or government agencies
• 3+ years’ SaaS sales experience
• Proven track record of winning new business

Beneficial:

• Proactive, enthusiastic and results-driven
• Degree educated

To apply:
Call Harry Atwal on (phone number removed) or email: (url removed)

Please note:

• All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
• Please do not apply unless you have the required experience.
• All applications without the required experience will be unsuccessful.

Reimin Reid

We specialise in the placement of SaaS Sales Professionals. If you are looking for a new role and sell software and/or IT solutions and services, we would love to talk to you. Especially if you are currently holding/or have held the following positions:

• Business/Sales Development Representative
• Account Executive/Sales Executive/Senior Sales Executive
• Account Manager/Account Director
• Business Development Executive/Manager
• Partner/Channel/Alliance Manager
• Sales Manager/Sales Director/VP Sales/CRO etc.

National Account Manager (MSP/ Cyber Security Specialist)

Crawley (Travel around South East Region)

£45,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £70,000+) + Company Events + Hybrid Working + Training + Progression

Are you a National Account Manager or IT professional with MSP experience, looking to join a close-knit, forward-thinking company that offers hands-on cyber security training, a clear path to senior .

WHJS1_UKTJ

National Account Manager (MSP/ Cyber Security Specialist)

Crawley (Travel around South East Region)

£45,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £70,000+) + Company Events + Hybrid Working + Training + Progression

Are you a National Account Manager or IT professional with MSP experience, looking to join a close-knit, forward-thinking company that offers hands-on cyber security training, a clear path to senior .

WHJS1_UKTJ