Product Cyber Security Officer

Are you ready to take on a unique opportunity as a Product Cyber Security Officer? Join our team at MBDA, a world-class company with a strong pedigree in delivering impeccable weapon system cyber security resilience!

Job Title: Product Cyber Security Officer

Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience 

Location: Stevenage (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1 to 2 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

You will be an integral part of our small team that serves as the national central point of contact for all matters related to the governance of Product Cyber Security. Your role will involve liaising with government agencies, advising and monitoring project cyber security architectures and implementations, and maintaining relationships with our shareholders, key suppliers, and academic bodies in this domain.

In this role, you will have the chance to:

• Monitor projects' approaches to cyber security issues and provide necessary assistance to achieve efficient security solutions.

• Collaborate with customer accreditation bodies in the field of product cyber security to ensure seamless communication and compliance.

• Collaborate with senior project management teams and executives from different business units to effectively address intricate trade-offs associated with cyber security for MBDA's products.

• Provide support to the MBDA UK Procurement Department in the implementation of the Supply Chain Cyber Security Policy.

What we're looking for from you:

• Knowledge and understanding of MOD and Government information security policy, standards, and guidance.

• Experience in information security Risk Assessments, Risk Treatment Plans, and Risk Management and Accreditation Documents.

• Proven knowledge of supply chain cyber security challenges, Cyber Essentials, DefCon 658, Def Stan 05-138, and Def Stan 05-139.

• Information assurance experience across the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle (preferred).

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt depending on the audience.

• Ability to discern key technical, commercial, and program influences from available information.

• Systems thinking and systems engineering experience.

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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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