Head of Secure by Design

SR2 Clean Energy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in Greater London is seeking a Head of Secure by Design to provide strategic oversight across a major defence programme. This role focuses on shaping security posture and ensuring consistent application of Secure by Design principles. The ideal candidate will possess SC Clearance, extensive experience in security leadership, and a thorough understanding of regulations in safety-critical environments. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential for engaging with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance or above.
• Extensive experience in security leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the Secure by Design approach.
• Maintain security governance frameworks and controls.
• Provide oversight of security risks and issues.
• Ensure alignment between security strategy and program delivery.

Skills

Active SC Clearance

Security leadership experience

Understanding of Secure by Design principles

Experience in regulated environments

Influencing senior stakeholders

Balancing security and operational considerations

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and decision-making skills

Job description

Head of Secure by Design – SC Cleared

We are seeking senior Secure by Design Leaders to provide strategic oversight and governance across a major defence programme. This role focuses on shaping security posture, setting direction, and ensuring consistent application of Secure by Design principles at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the Secure by Design approach across programmes or portfolios
• Establish and maintain security governance frameworks, processes and controls
• Provide senior leadership oversight of security risks, issues and dependencies
• Ensure alignment between security strategy and programme delivery objectives
• Act as a senior escalation point for security-related decisions and risks
• Engage with senior stakeholders across engineering, delivery, assurance and leadership functions
• Oversee assurance activities, audits and security reviews
• Support the integration of Secure by Design principles into organisational ways of working

Skills & Experience

• Active SC Clearance or above
• Extensive experience in security leadership, assurance or governance roles
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles within complex systems
• Experience operating within regulated, safety-critical or defence environments
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape strategic decisions
• Experience balancing security, delivery, cost and operational considerations
• Excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills

Please apply for further details.