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Meet Jessica Williams, Security Manager at OCS, who brings resilience, empathy, and leadership to her role on Exchange Quay, on the CBRE contract. With nearly two years at OCS and a career in security that began at just 17, Jess\u2019s journey reflects the evolving face of the industry and the power of women within it<\/a>.<\/p>\n

From Stadiums to Storefronts<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Jess\u2019s story started in the stands, quite literally, working at events for Blackburn Rovers. Encouraged to pursue her SIA licence<\/a>, she went on to support security operations for major events, including the London Olympics.<\/p>\n

From there, her career expanded into retail and warehouse security with Tesco, where she began to hone her leadership skills.<\/p>\n

\u201cI realised I was ready for more,\u201d she says. \u201cTesco gave me a foundation, but I knew I needed to step out of my comfort zone to grow.\u201d<\/p>\n

That mindset led her to OCS and to the career-defining opportunity she has now.<\/p>\n

Breaking Down Barriers<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Working in a traditionally male-dominated field hasn\u2019t always been easy. Jess is candid about the pressure women often feel to prove themselves.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s this unspoken idea that you need to work twice as hard just to be seen,\u201d she explains. \u201cEspecially when you\u2019re new to a team, you\u2019re constantly proving that you not only belong, but that you\u2019re capable.\u201d<\/p>\n

That challenge, though, has turned into one of her biggest motivations. \u201cWhat I love most is when that perception shifts. When someone realises, \u2018Actually, she knows exactly what she\u2019s doing.\u2019 That moment of recognition means something.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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\n “Security isn\u2019t about being the loudest in the room. It\u2019s about listening, communicating, and showing up with confidence in who you are.\u201d <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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The Power of Communication<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Jess believes that strength in security isn\u2019t always about physical presence; it\u2019s about communication.<\/p>\n

\u201cNine times out of ten, conflict can be resolved through a conversation. And that\u2019s something women are brilliant at: reading a room, de-escalating, and creating calm through connection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Her advice to women considering a career in security? \u201cGo for it. Don\u2019t let anyone tell you you\u2019re not suited to it. If you\u2019ve got good people skills, a strong sense of self, and the courage to take up space, this industry needs you.\u201d<\/p>\n

Building a Team, Changing the Culture<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For Jess, one of the most rewarding aspects of her role is the camaraderie.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s a real sense of community in this line of work. When you\u2019ve built strong relationships, the job becomes second nature. You can read each other with just a look. That trust, that backup, it\u2019s everything.\u201d<\/p>\n

She sees the industry changing, slowly but surely. And she\u2019s proud to be part of that shift: challenging perceptions, mentoring others, and paving the way for more women to lead in security.<\/p>\n <\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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