Head Of Product Security

As a strategic partner to the Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defence, the company leads in delivering defensive equipment for military aircraft. Our innovative solutions represent significant advancements in radar-guided missile countermeasures. Additionally, we are at the forefront of the UK MoD Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme, working alongside industry leaders to develop cutting-edge technologies for future combat systems.

We are seeking a qualified individual with hands-on experience in developing robust security risk management systems for intricate high integrity electronic systems. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in adhering to customer, regulatory, and legislative expectations, with familiarity in relevant legislation such as IPA, DPA, and the Official Secrets Act. Certification as a Registered NCSC Certified Professional at lead level or equivalent qualification is required, along with knowledge of UK/NATO Information Assurance standards, procedures, and systems.

Requirements:

Essential:

1. Familiarity with the principles of incident investigation and how to implement an investigation process.
2. Practical experience of NCSC and Common Criteria security evaluation techniques and requirements up to High Grade.
3. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies, Key Management Systems & practical COMSEC implementations.
4. Experience delivering training courses/presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
5. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify future product security needs.
6. Awareness of Product Security implications relating to safety.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with subject matter experts on technical and operational matters.
8. Eligible to obtain SC clearance; UK-eyes only caveat.

Desirable:

1. A strong background in design implementation of high integrity complex electronics.
2. Good understanding and experience in delivery and maintenance of products to meet regulatory requirements, for e.g. MAA DAOS, ARP4754.
3. Understanding of the concept of operations for products, in order to understand the functional security risks and define/agree the appropriate mitigations.
4. Ability to identify and deliver alternate/innovative ways to manage security.
5. Understanding of the role of advisory boards within the UK Government or NATO for security.
6. Ability to obtain DV clearance.

Benefits:

1. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us.
2. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
3. Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
4. Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
5. Well-being: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial well-being support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
6. Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
7. Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
8. Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
9. Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.

Given the nature of the work, we are able to offer custom working; however, some on-site working is expected.