Security Officer - Cambridge - CB21
You will be responsible for acting as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, and contractors, and be an integral part of the concierge team.
We usually respond within a week
About us
Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.
Our mission
Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart. We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.
Our Vision
To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.
Reward and Benefits
Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
£14.20 per hour
42 hours per week
12 hour shift pattern, 4 on / 4 off; working days, nights and weekends
Up to 28 days paid holiday (site and shift dependant)
Recognition rewards
Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
Virtual GP Service
Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits
The Opportunity
Our client is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies that can halt or reverse the human aging process. The role of a Security Officer is highly respected and will become part of the core Security team.
You will be responsible for acting as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, and contractors, and be an integral part of the concierge team.
Your duties include (but are not limited to):
Undertaking a full security officer role, safeguarding people, premises and sites
Conduct routine patrols to identify security risks or incidents
Deliver a concierge-style security service to the public
Monitor and operate security systems, including CCTV and access control
Maintain accurate logs and incident reports of security-related activities
Full in-house training will be provided.
Essential Skills and Experience
Valid SIA Licence
Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
Punctual and reliable
Passionate about creating an expectational customer experience
Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
Resilient and pro-active in your work
We are Dardan
Dardan is a people focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly. We know that our people are our greatest asset and as such we invest in their development. A career with us means joining an ACS Pacesetter & a company listed on Infologue’s “One to Watch”.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive, and ethical professionals. We do this through attracting and retaining a diverse group of people and encourage an inclusive environment for us and our clients.
We hire the best people available and have a continuously evolving culture where everybody is celebrated and respected, which we believe is critical for fostering innovation and collaboration. We recognise the strength in growing a workforce that encourages different ideas in line with our shared values.


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- Department
- Security Operations - People Focused Security Solutions
- Locations
- Cambridge
Cambridge
Dardan is fast paced, growing specialist security solutions provider with a rich history spanning over 40 years.
Dardan provides mobile and static security services, security intelligence, technology solutions and security consulting to some of the biggest brands in the UK.
The chance to join Dardan means a joining a culture that is constantly evolving and one where our clients dictate the opportunities we can offer our teams and the places they work.
Our security officers have the choice of one of the biggest patrol and response teams in the UK, corporate clients, specialist contracts across maritime, aviation and oil & gas at critical infrastructure across the UK. Many of these clients will let you use their gyms, canteens, and other facilities.
About Dardan Security
GSL Dardan Limited trading as Dardan Security is a limited company registered in England and Wales, registered number 4384007, whose registered office is at Quern House, Mill Court, Great Shelford, Cambridge, CB22 5LD
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