Security & Information Officer

Company: Compass UK & Ireland
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Location: Rednal
Job Description:

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.Security & Information OfficerDefence, Marine & AerospaceLocation: Mobile WorkerSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain SC and/or DV ClearanceJoin Us in Protecting Critical Defence OperationsWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Security & Information Officer to lead the security and information assurance agenda across our Defence, Marine & Aerospace business. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive information, personnel, systems, and assets while ensuring compliance with government, military, customer, and contractual security requirements.Reporting to the Business Process & Governance Director and working closely with the UK&I Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), you will act as the primary security focal point across a diverse portfolio of defence operations. You will help drive a strong security culture, deliver governance excellence, and support business growth in a highly regulated environment.What You’ll Be DoingAs Security & Information Officer, you will:

  • Lead and coordinate information security activities across Defence, Marine & Aerospace operations.
  • Manage and maintain security accreditation programmes including Cyber Essentials Plus, Secure by Design (SBD) and other relevant frameworks.
  • Monitor compliance with security policies, contractual obligations, and government regulations.
  • Investigate security incidents, coordinate responses, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  • Provide expert security advice and guidance to operational and corporate teams.
  • Act as the key liaison with the MOD, DIO, Top-Level Budget Holders (TLBs), and other government security stakeholders.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing management of Security Aspects Letters (SALs) and customer-specific security requirements.
  • Prepare the business for audits, inspections, accreditations, and assurance reviews.
  • Coordinate personnel security processes, including vetting activities, onboarding, and offboarding requirements.
  • Develop and deliver engaging security awareness campaigns, training programmes, and communications. xwwtmva
  • Support bid, mobilisation, and contract transition activities from a security perspective.
  • Promote a culture of security, accountability, and

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026