An established engineering organisation operating in the Defence sector is seeking a Project Security Manager to support multiple projects across the product lifecycle.
This role plays a critical part in integrating Secure by Design (SbD) principles during product development and maintaining security artefacts throughout the life of the product. Working closely with engineering, product development, quality, and project teams, the role ensures that product security assurance activities and deliverables meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct project security risk assessments and analysis
Ensure security deliverables and processes are developed and delivered in line with customer requirements
Develop and implement product security policies and best practice
Support bid activities, including security manpower estimates
Chair internal and external project security reviews and working groups
Provide additional support to the wider supportability function as required Essential Skills & Experience
Experience in project security planning and implementation (e.g. NIST 800 series)
Experience delivering security documentation using Secure by Design principles
Background in security and information assurance (e.g. CESG Good Practice Guides)
Experience conducting security risk assessments (e.g. NCSC methodologies)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised, collaborative, and able to work autonomously
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Eligible for SC UK security clearance Desirable Skills
Risk management
DevSecOps
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
TEMPEST
Familiarity with Defence security standards (e.g. JSP 440, Def Stan 05-138 / 05-139, SPF)
Previous experience within Defence, MoD, or a regulated security environment