Lead Security Engineer

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Lead Security Engineer to oversee security protocols and provide security assurance for product development. This role requires an engineering degree and at least 5 years of experience in product security. You will work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with integrated product teams to ensure secure designs and management of security documentation. An attractive benefits package is offered, including flexible working options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous leave with additional flexi-days

Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Free mental health support and financial advice

Bonus scheme for employees

Access to online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning

Flexible benefits up to £500

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in product security and CISSP, CISM or equivalent.
• Practical experience with risk assessment processes.
• Ability to interpret Penetration Test Reports and write Remediation Action Plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent Information Assurance (IA) on products beyond immediate responsibilities.
• Generate Security Management Plans and Security Risk Assessments.
• Support Product Design Reviews and Product Security deliverables.

Skills

Product security

Risk management frameworks

Secure by Design

Information Assurance

Penetration Testing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

NIST SP800-37

ISO27001

NIST SP800-30

ISO 27005

NIST SP800-53

ISO27002

Job description

Leonardo Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Overview

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Our Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) department is championing interoperability with partners, allies and NATO to get the right information to the right place at the speed of relevance.

The Lead Security Engineer role is based on site at Basildon, Southampton, Luton, or Bristol with occasional travel to customers, suppliers and other Leonardo sites in the UK and overseas.

As a Lead Security Engineer, you will provide Security Assurance to support the development and delivery of products with the ambition to meet Secure by Design principles. You will oversee the development, implementation, and management of security protocols, tools, and practices to ensure products mature to meet appropriate standards and legislation. You will work closely with Integrated Product Teams (IPT) with specialists from Software, Systems, and Electronics engineering, providing specialist knowledge and guidance throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent Information Assurance (IA) on products beyond your immediate responsibilities, including independent assessments at Design Reviews and on deliverable artefacts.
• Be part of a wider Product IA and Security community across Leonardo Electronics UK, influencing corporate policies, processes and guidance.
• Generate Security Management Plans, Security Risk Assessments, Security Design and Management Documentation, and risk Remediation Action Plans.
• Create artefacts, support Product Design Reviews and Product Security deliverables information (Product Integrity certificates, product security cases).

What You’ll Bring

• Engineering degree with minimum 5 years’ experience in product security and CISSP, CISM or equivalent qualification.
• Practical experience of risk management frameworks (NIST SP800-37, ISO27001).
• Practical experience of risk assessment processes (NIST SP800-30 and ISO 27005).
• Practical experience of applying security controls (NIST SP800-53 and ISO27002).
• Practical experience of Secure by Design requirements (ISN 2023/09).
• Demonstrable experience of writing IA Technical Risk Assessments and managing these assessments.
• Ability to interpret Penetration Test Reports and write Remediation Action Plans.
• An appreciation of the wider UK Government Assurance Processes (such as JSP 440, DEF STAN 05-139 or the CAF GovAssure processes).

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, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information, 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 the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future – benefit from our pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance – all employees at management level and below are eligible for the bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning – free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend – financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working – hybrid options. For part-time opportunities, discuss what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

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Location & Contract

Primary Location: GB - Basildon

Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Southampton

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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