# Head of Security, EME

**Company**: Anduril Industries
**Location**: London, England
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: £75,000-£100,000
**Category**: Security
**Industry**: Technology

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## Description

We are seeking a Head of Security, EME to oversee security operations across Europe and the Middle East.

This key leadership role involves establishing, managing, and maturing Anduril's entire security framework, protecting our operations, facilities, personnel, and sensitive information across the EME region. You will shape and implement comprehensive security programs, including physical and industrial security and counterintelligence measures, in close collaboration with our global Directors.

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive physical security, industrial security, and counterintelligence programs tailored to Anduril's operations across EME. Translate global security strategies and policies into actionable regional plans, driving consistent application of best practices across EME. Oversee the protection of classified and sensitive information, intellectual property, and critical infrastructure in accordance with national, international, and Anduril's global defence security regulations. Lead regional security risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and respond effectively to security incidents and emergencies, including crisis management and business continuity planning. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with relevant government security agencies, law enforcement, intelligence services, and industry partners across EME. Recruit, build, mentor, and lead a growing high-performing regional security team, fostering a culture of security excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all applicable national and international security laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to defence contractors operating in Europe and the Middle East. Provide strategic advice and operational guidance to the Head of Security and regional leadership on security matters affecting regional business objectives, market entry, and growth initiatives. Implement and manage security technologies, systems, and procedures to effectively monitor, detect, and respond to threats, ensuring the security of facilities, personnel, and data. Manage regional security budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to ensure efficient and effective security operations, coordinating with global functional leads as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field; extensive relevant experience may substitute for a degree. Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in security leadership roles, with at least 5 years operating at a regional or international level within the defence industry, government, or a highly regulated sector. Proven expertise in physical security, industrial security, and counterintelligence methodologies. Proven track record of managing and mitigating complex security risks in diverse geopolitical and cultural environments, particularly across Europe and the Middle East. Eligible and willing to obtain and maintain UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders, build cross-functional relationships, and develop talent. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of strategic thinking and hands-on operational execution in dynamic, high-pressure situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a relevant field such as Security Management, International Security, or Cybersecurity. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPP, CISM, CISSP, PSP). Fluency in one or more European or Middle Eastern languages in addition to English. Experience working in a rapidly scaling technology company or a defence tech startup environment. Direct experience with establishing new security programs and facilities from the ground up in international locations. Deep understanding of export controls and international trade compliance related to defence technology.

## Skills

### Required
- physical security
- industrial security
- counterintelligence
- security leadership
- security regulations
- defence security

### Nice to have
- master's degree
- professional certifications
- fluency in multiple languages
- rapidly scaling technology company
- defence tech startup environment
- export controls
- international trade compliance

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