Brompton Academy

Security Industry

Sector Outlook Security is high on the UK agenda, and there is vir tually no major public or private organisation without a dedicated team managing security issues. The market is strong and rapidly expanding, it is an exciting sector with lots of career oppor tunities. Almost half a million people are employed in security roles in the private sector, contributing £6 billion to the UK economy. The UK security industry is heavily concentrated in the South East of England, with London, The Midlands and the South East holding 50% of the market – however job roles are easily found throughout the country. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) plays a big role in the security sector, with 70% of the workforce being regulated by them. Many roles in the industry require an SIA licence such as security guard, door supervisor, close protection officer, public space surveillance operative and for cash in transit work. All these jobs have a minimum entry of 18 and require necessary security screening for applicants. If you are 16 you could do an apprenticeship in security systems installation or as a locksmith. If you have A levels or a relevant level 3 qualification, you could consider applying for an advanced apprenticeship in cyber security or security intelligence. Security is traditionally seen as a male dominated industry, however females are represented fully at all levels throughout the industry. Common places such as Job Centre Plus, local newspapers, and job websites are a good place to star t when searching for security jobs. You can also be more specific by searching on security company websites such as G4S, Securitas or Mitie as most of them have a careers page.