Security Engineer

  • Alecto Recruitment
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • 08/09/2025
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

I'm currently looking for experienced Security Engineers to join a national security contract supporting commercial and hospitality clients across the East Midlands. This is a hands-on role where you'll be installing, maintaining, and repairing security systems, as well as providing reactive support and on-call coverage via a rota system.

What my client is looking for:

  • Minimum 2 years' experience installing security systems (CCTV & intruder alarms)

  • Strong product knowledge of:

    • Intruder Alarms: Galaxy, Texecom, Orisec, HKC

    • CCTV: Concept Pro, Hikvision, Dahua (IP & AHD)

    • Comms / Networking: Emizon21, Dualcoms, Ubiquiti

    • Fire Alarms: Hochiki, Apollo, Gent (addressable & conventional)

  • Experience working to SSAIB / NSI / H&S standards with accurate documentation

  • Positive security screening and clean disclosure report

  • Full UK driving license (max 6 points)

What's on offer:

  • Salary 35K- 40K + on-call allowance and overtime rates

  • Company van, fuel card, and mobile phone

  • Company pension scheme

  • 21 days holiday + bank holidays

This is a fantastic opportunity for engineers who want to work on a varied, national contract with a company that values quality and professionalism.

Relevant Roles: Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Service Engineer, Fire Alarm Technician, Security Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Intruder Alarm Engineer, Maintenance Electrician.

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