Security Jobs in Portsmouth

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies across Portsmouth and the Hampshire coastline. Portsmouth Naval Base and the Historic Dockyard generate demand for defence-adjacent and heritage security roles. Gunwharf Quays — Portsmouth's major waterfront retail and leisure development — is a significant employer of retail security and CCTV operators. Door supervisor roles are available across the city's night-time economy. University of Portsmouth generates campus security demand. Every vacancy requires a valid SIA licence and every employer is verified before posting.

Yes. All front-line security roles in the UK require a valid SIA licence issued by the Security Industry Authority. Depending on the role, you will need a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, CCTV Operator (PSS) or Close Protection licence. UKSecurityJobs verifies every candidate's licence against the public SIA register before their profile goes live to employers.

BS7858 vetting is a firm requirement across Portsmouth's security sector, particularly given the city's naval and defence heritage. Portsmouth Naval Base's contracted security providers apply strict background screening. Gunwharf Quays retail security and university campus providers also require full BS7858 compliance. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile before applying for any Portsmouth role.

Security pay rates in Portsmouth vary by role, employer, shift pattern and experience level. Every job listing on UKSecurityJobs displays the pay rate before you apply — there are no hidden rates or bait-and-switch listings. For a full breakdown of current rates by licence type and region, see the UKSecurityJobs Salary Guide.

Register free at UKSecurityJobs and complete your profile — it takes approximately 20 minutes and covers your SIA licence details, employment history, address history and reference contacts. Your SIA licence will be verified within 24 hours. Once verified, you can apply for security vacancies in Portsmouth and anywhere in the UK with a single click, without having to fill in another application form.

Yes. Security companies in Portsmouth and across the UK can register as employers and post verified security vacancies on the platform. All applications come from SIA-licensed, BS7858-ready candidates — no unsuitable applicants, no unlicensed candidates and no time wasters. Register your company here.