Ministry of Defence - SSG Security Technician

About Security Services Group

Security Services Group (SSG) is part of GUARDIAN, within Army Standing Joint Command, providing in-house specialist advice, design and maintenance across Government where high-assurance security is required. We design, install and maintain the advanced systems that protect Defence and Government sites across the UK and overseas.

With around 325 specialists, SSG delivers consultancy, design, project management, installation and through-life maintenance of electronic and physical security systems.

Our operational teams work 24/7 to maintain the systems protecting Defence and Government assets at home and abroad.

Job title: Ministry of Defence - SSG Security Technician

Salary: £31,960 +Allowances +Vehicle (Inc optional personal use) + Civil Service Pension.

The AWE Aldermaston location also attracts + £4000 Market Skills Allowance.

Contract type: Permanent – full time (37hrs/week)

Locations available:

Southwest & DNE - tasked from home (office located at either Shrivenham Defence Academy or AWE Aldermaston)
Eastern - Tasked from home (office located at RAF Wyton)
Scotland - Tasked from home (office located at DIO Rosyth)
Central - Tasked from home (office located at MOD Sealand)

Closing date: 30^th March 2026

Vacancy contact: ssg-businessservices@mod.gov.uk

Role description and requirements

We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in either SSG’s Southwest & DNE, Scotland, Eastern or Central Teams, delivering essential security services that keep Defence operations running safely and securely. You’ll be tasked from home, travelling to sites across your region to maintain and install security systems. Most of your work will be field-based, with occasional travel across the UK and opportunities to travel overseas.

The role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support and customer service, ensuring maintenance, installation, and minor works are completed efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage customer relationships effectively.

Full system training is provided, so if you have a background in electrical, electronic or security engineering, we’ll help you build the specialist knowledge you need.

Person specification

Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences

A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems.
Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points).

Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications, Memberships & Licences