Cyber Security Manager

SAAB UK LTD; Fareham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab UK Ltd is seeking a senior cybersecurity leader to develop and drive the UK Cyber Security Strategy. You will collaborate with Security and IT to strengthen the Saab UK supply chain and ensure compliance with DefStan 05-138, ISO 27001 and NIST.

You will lead risk assessments, threat modelling, and vulnerability management, coordinating incident responses and security audits across defence platforms. A SC or DV clearance, or eligibility, is required.

Qualifications

• Extensive cyber security management experience in defence/aerospace/government.
• Knowledge of handling classified information and secure comms.
• Experience with incident response in high-security environments.
• Familiarity with MOD JSPs, NIST, ITAR, GDPR compliance.
• Security clearance SC or DV or eligible to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee cyber security policies aligned with government standards.
• Lead threat modelling, risk assessments and vulnerability management.
• Manage incident response and coordination with stakeholders.
• Ensure DefStan 05-138, ISO 27001, NIST compliance across projects.
• Embed security into DevSecOps across Defence platforms and supply chains.

Skills

Cyber security management

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Defence/regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Education

Degree in Cyber Security/CS

Security qualifications preferred

Tools

SIEM

Secure cloud experience

Job description

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role:

This role will be part of our UK Security Team reporting into the Head of Security at Saab UK. The role can be based either in Fareham, Farnborough or Heywood House, however it will require occasional travel oversees and travel to other Saab UK offices. Working collaboratively with the security team and IT, the role will develop and lead the Saab UK Cyber Security Strategy. As part of the Saab UK Cyber defence cell the role will be responsible for threat intelligence identification. Working closely with Security and IT develop resilience in the Saab UK Supply chain and provide the necessary GRC expertise to guide the organisation through compliancy leading on the Cyber security aspects of DefStan 05-138. This role is pivotal in safeguarding against advanced persistent threats, maintaining compliance with defence regulations, and supporting secure operations across all projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee cyber security policies aligned with defence and wider government standards.
• Act as the Saab UK representative on the Global Cyber Council.
• Lead risk assessments, threat modelling, and vulnerability management within Saab Uk process.
• Manage incident response and coordinate with other company parties.
• Lead on the compliance of Cyber controls including DefStan 05-138, ISO 27001, NIST.
• Responsible for the completion of Cyber Security aspects within Supplier Assurance and selection.
• Maintain cyber threat awareness on a company global scale and bespoke to the organisation.
• Oversee security within network architecture, encryption protocols, and identity/access management for restricted environments.
• Direct cyber security audits and penetration testing across defence platforms and supply chains.
• Provide cyber security training and awareness programs tailored to defence staff and contractors.
• Collaborate with engineering, IT, and programme teams embedding security into defence projects (DevSecOps).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Required: Extensive experience in cyber security management within defence, aerospace, or government environments.
• Required: Strong knowledge of classified information handling and secure communication protocols.
• Required: Expertise in intrusion detection, SIEM tools, and advanced threat intelligence systems.
• Required: Proven track record of leading incident response in high-security environments.
• Required: Familiarity with defence-specific compliance frameworks (MOD JSPs, NIST SP 800 series, ITAR, GDPR).
• Required: Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and ability to operate under pressure.
• Required: Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• Required: Degree or equivalent defence/security qualifications preferred.
• Required: Security clearance (SC or DV) required or eligibility to obtain.
• Desirable: Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or equivalent.
• Desirable: Experience with secure cloud environments (Azure Government, AWS GovCloud).
• Desirable: Knowledge of cyber warfare tactics and countermeasures.
• Desirable: Experience liaising with national security agencies or defence contractors.
• Desirable: As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

At Saab, you'll be empowered to make a real difference. Join colleagues worldwide who share one purpose – keeping people and society safe through innovative defence and security solutions.

What makes that difference possible? You. We're a global leader in air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics, with approximately 28,000 employees across all continents. Our transformative approach combines deep expertise with continuous innovation – investing one-fifth of our earnings in research and development to solve tomorrow's challenges today.

But technology alone doesn't create safety. Your perspective, your skills, your contribution – that's what transforms possibility into reality. Here, diversity strengthens everything we do. You'll find unlimited opportunities to advance your career whilst maintaining balance in your life beyond work.

We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can fully focus on what matters.

Saab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer – all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.