Security Manager / Deputy Programme Manager (Area Weapon Effects Simulation) (ILT-A)

Overview

As Security Manager for the ILT-A Programme, you will lead security governance, risk and compliance across the project lifecycle. You will ensure Defence Standard 05-139 and MOD requirements are implemented, protecting personnel, information, assets and operations. You will support governance, planning and delivery, with a clear pathway into Programme Management in a complex defence setting. This is a chance to shape secure programme delivery within a growing defence program and work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the programme focal point for Security Management across the ILT-A portfolio
• Develop and maintain security arrangements per Defence Standard 05-139 and customer requirements
• Maintain programme security risk registers and monitor treatment plans
• Lead security assurance activities and coordinate evidence for compliance
• Provide security advice to Programme Leadership and project teams
• Support security reviews, audits, inspections and customer assurance
• Maintain governance for Information, Cyber, Personnel and Physical Security
• Lead security risk management throughout planning, delivery and operations
• Support security accreditation and approval activities as required
• Embed security considerations in design, build, integration, testing and operations
• Fulfil Cyber/Information Security Officer duties for designated programmes
• Maintain alignment with ISO27001, NIST, CAF, Cyber Essentials Plus and Secure by Design
• Support incident, vulnerability management and investigations
• Oversee supplier and contract security and ensure subcontractors comply with obligations
• Support programme delivery planning, scheduling and governance reporting
• Assist with resource planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Contribute to integrated schedules using Primavera P6 and other tools
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery and security functions

Key requirements

• Demonstrable security management experience in Defence, Aerospace or other highly regulated environments
• Experience implementing Security Governance, Risk and Compliance frameworks
• Strong understanding of Defence Standard 05-139 Security Risk Management
• Experience supporting security assurance, audits and accreditation
• Knowledge of MOD protective security requirements and contractual obligations
• Experience managing security risk registers and treatment plans
• Knowledge of ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and CAF
• Experience advising on security to programme, project and engineering teams
• Strong stakeholder management with customers, suppliers and assurance authorities
• Experience producing governance materials and reports
• Understanding of programme and project management principles

• Stakeholder management
• Analytical thinking
• Clear communication and advisory skills
• Security Governance, Risk and Compliance implementation
• Defence Standard 05-139 Knowledge
• ISO27001 / NIST / CAF / Cyber Essentials familiarity

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