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Take the Quiz NowSecurity roles in motorsport protect teams' intellectual property, manage site access, and ensure safety at both factory and race events. These positions combine traditional security expertise with the unique confidentiality demands of racing operations.
Security - Salary Insights
- Security Officer: £25,000 - £35,000 ($32,000 - $44,000)
- Security Manager: £35,000 - £55,000 ($44,000 - $69,000)
- Head of Security: £55,000 - £90,000+ ($69,000 - $113,000+)
Salaries vary based on responsibility level, location, and racing series, with Formula 1 typically offering higher compensation due to heightened security requirements.
Security - Common Specialisations
- Site Security Manager - Overseeing facility security
- Race Event Security - Managing trackside operations
- Information Security Officer - Protecting technical data
- Access Control Manager - Managing facility clearance
- Vetting Officer - Conducting personnel security checks
- Security Systems Manager - Overseeing technical security infrastructure
Security - Typical Requirements
- Security industry qualifications
- SIA licence or equivalent
- Experience in high-security environments
- Understanding of data protection regulations
- Security system knowledge
- Crisis management capabilities
Security - Career Development
Common career progression paths include:
- Security Officer → Security Supervisor → Security Manager
- Vetting Officer → Security Manager → Head of Security
- Site Security → Operations Manager → Security Director
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