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 a high‑stakes Defence project. You will ensure contractual and regulatory security requirements are implemented throughout the lifecycle, safeguarding personnel, information, assets and capabilities. The role also supports programme governance, planning and delivery, with a pathway toward Programme Management in a complex defence environment. This is an opportunity to influence security posture in a mission‑critical simulation and training domain at Cubic Defense.

Responsibilities

• Act as the programme focal point for Security Management across the ILT-A portfolio
• Develop, implement and maintain programme security arrangements per Defence Standard 05-139 and customer security requirements
• Establish and maintain programme security risk registers and monitor risks throughout the lifecycle
• Lead security assurance activities and coordinate evidence for MOD contractual obligations and DEFCON
• Provide security advice to Programme Leadership and teams
• Support security reviews, audits, inspections and customer assurance
• Maintain governance for Information, Cyber, Personnel and Physical Security
• Lead the application of security risk management principles in planning, delivery and operations
• Balance security risks with operational, commercial and delivery objectives
• Develop risk treatment plans and monitor mitigations
• Support security accreditation, assurance and approvals as required
• Ensure security considerations are embedded in design, build, integration, testing and operations
• Fulfil the role of Cyber / Information Security Officer for designated programmes
• Support implementation and continual improvement of security controls across systems
• Maintain alignment with ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, CAF, Secure by Design, NIST
• Support incident, vulnerability management and investigations
• Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats and regulatory developments
• Support management of supply chain security and ensure subcontractors comply with security obligations
• Coordinate with procurement, engineering and commercial teams to embed security requirements
• Monitor compliance with MOD clauses and customer controls
• Support Programme Manager in planning, scheduling and delivery
• Contribute to governance reviews, reporting and MI
• Assist with resource planning, budget management and forecasting
• Support development of integrated schedules using Primavera P6 and other tools
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across delivery and security functions

Key requirements

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

• stakeholder management
• communication
• advisory capability
• ISO27001
• NIST
• CAF

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