SOC Director
Now Hiring: Director of Security Operations Centre (SOC)
Location: Milton Keynes| Permanent | Full-time
Salary: Very Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits!
Are you a dynamic, commercially-savvy leader ready to drive transformation? Join Securitas UK during a pivotal moment of change, growth, and innovation.
We are seeking an experienced SOC Director to take the helm of our Security Operations Centre Responsible for Milton Keynes and SMS (Portsmouth) — a critical nerve centre for our national operations. As we evolve and expand our integrated security services, you'll lead a high-performing team to new levels of operational excellence and strategic impact.
You’ll be joining at a transformational time. With significant investment and a clear vision for the future, we are evolving our SOC into a cutting-edge hub for innovation and service delivery. This is your opportunity to shape the strategy, scale the service portfolio, and elevate the customer experience — all while helping us “See a Different World."
Job Description
- Leading a large-scale team to deliver best-in-class service across mobile, on-site, and electronic security solutions.
- Owning full P&L responsibility for the SOC, driving commercial performance and sustainable growth.
- Championing continuous improvement, innovation, and digital tool adoption to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
- Building an engaged, values-driven culture of performance, accountability, and development.
- Collaborating across the business to support national strategy, business development, and change initiatives.
- Proven leadership in managing large operational teams in security, tech, or critical service environments.
- A strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts and hands-on experience managing budgets, driving margin, and scaling services.
- Inspirational communicator and stakeholder manager — confident in high-level presentations and cross-functional collaboration.
- Deep understanding of security operations and relevant UK compliance frameworks.
- Someone who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.
Qualifications
- Demonstrates the values of Securitas in their behaviours each day: Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.
- 10+ years of experience in senior level managerial positions (operations and sales) in IS/IT Security, Electronic Security, or related industry.
- Skilled in strategic thinking, synthesizing complex business and financial data, and developing innovative solutions to challenging business issues.
- Skill in highly persuasive oral and written communications, including effective executive-level presentation skills with ability to respond to challenging questions from groups of managers, customers, and prospects.
- Commercial business experience in undertaking project costings and managing margins
- Fluent in oral and written English.
- Excellent communicator and at ease with presenting in front of a wide range of key stakeholders
- Relationship building & Networking
- Experienced in working in an international environment
- Leadership experience within a Security Operations Centre
- Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements within the UK Security sector
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.
Ready to take the next step? Click 'I’m Interested' to submit your CV. Questions? Reach out anytime at Recruitmentenquiries@Securitas.uk.com.
Why Choose Securitas UK?
At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.
What You Can Expect
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