Security Project Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Security Project Manager within our Future Combat Air (FCA) team. This role covers all project security aspects for the Portfolio Office (FPO) across both Sectors and you will be the focal point for all security related matters, supporting multiple programme areas. We are looking for a well organised strong communicator to work in a highly collaborative environment with good knowledge of defence security processes.

• Own and maintain the portfolio security management framework, ensuring security requirements are effectively implemented across all programmes and projects.​
• Lead and coordinate personnel security activities, including the read-on process, verification of security clearances, nationality restrictions and access eligibility requirements.​
• Provide security advice and guidance to programme teams, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, customer requirements and relevant government regulations.​
• Record, investigate and manage security incidents and breaches, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions and promoting continuous improvement.​
• Understand and lead the implementation of evolving contractual security compliance guidance
• Lead and Facilitate the Portfolio Security Forum working with subject matter experts to ensure best practice
• Monitor security risks and compliance across the portfolio, conducting assessments, audits and reviews to identify vulnerabilities and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place.​
• Act as the primary interface with customers, government authorities and internal security functions, supporting inspections, assurance activities and the successful delivery of contractual security obligations. Deliver security awareness and training activities to promote a strong security culture across the portfolio.​
• Maintain security records, reporting and performance metrics, providing visibility of compliance status, risks and emerging issues to programme leadership.​
• Support business growth activities by ensuring security considerations are incorporated into new bids, partnerships and programme mobilisation activities.​

• • Previous experience in defence industry or armed forces preferred
  • Experience working with HMG classified material at a range of levels
  • Strong understanding of defence security processes
  • Degree qualified in a technical field (e.g. engineering, science) or equivalent practical experience is desirable, however if you do not have a degree but you have relevant experience, we are interested in hearing from you
  • Pro-active, dynamic individual who can work collaboratively and is able to recognise, develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships at all levels of the business
  • Great organisational skills and strong communicator with the ability to self-manage

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: Security and Vetting | Leonardo UK