Overview
Leonardo Southampton, United Kingdom
At Leonardo’s Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) sector, we don’t just keep pace with the future — we help define it. We ensure seamless interoperability with partners, allies, and NATO, delivering the right information, to the right place, at the speed of relevance.
We’re on the lookout for a Lead Security Engineer Consultant with a passion for protecting cutting-edge technology and driving Secure by Design principles into the heart of our innovations. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on national security and global defence, we want to hear from you.
Location Basildon, Southampton, Luton or Bristol (on-site up to 4 days per week)
Travel Occasional travel to UK and overseas customers, suppliers and other Leonardo sites
What You’ll Do
You’ll lead the way in ensuring our systems and products meet the highest standards of security assurance, collaborating with some of the brightest engineers in software, systems, and electronics. Every day will bring new challenges — and the satisfaction of knowing your expertise keeps our world-class solutions secure.
* Drive Security Assurance through the full product lifecycle, ensuring every design is robust, compliant, and resilient.
* Develop and manage security protocols, tools, and processes that keep our technologies ahead of emerging threats.
* Provide independent Information Assurance (IA) reviews and risk assessments on a variety of complex, high-impact projects.
* Contribute to Leonardo’s UK-wide Security and IA community — shaping best practice and influencing security strategy.
* Create and manage key artefacts such as Security Management Plans, Risk Assessments, and Remediation Action Plans.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for an experienced professional who thrives on solving complex problems and has a proven track record in managing product security for highly regulated systems.
* Expertise in conducting risk assessments, applying security controls, and developing IA documentation
* Ability to interpret penetration test findings and create remediation action plans
* Awareness of UK Government Assurance frameworks
Qualifications
* Degree in Engineering (or related field)
* Certification such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
Knowledge/Experience
* Substantive experience in product security
* Hands-on experience with risk management frameworks and best practice like NIST SP800-37, ISO27001, and Secure by Design (ISN 2023/09)
This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
For more information and guidance please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance.
* Time to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
* Secure your Future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
* Your Wellbeing Matters: mental health support, financial advice, and inclusion networks.
* Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below.
* Never Stop Learning: access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
* Refer a friend: financial reward through our referral programme.
* Tailored Perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
* Flexible working: hybrid options. For part-time opportunities, please discuss what might be possible.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Be part of something bigger – apply now!
Primary Location GB - Southampton
Additional Locations GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Contract Type Employee-Permanent
Hybrid Working Hybrid
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other, Information Technology, and Engineering
* Industries
* Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security
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