Cyber Security Technician

GKN Aerospace; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Cyber Security Technician to enhance aviation safety by managing security incidents, monitoring threats, and ensuring operational readiness in a hybrid work environment. This position offers a dynamic role in a leading aerospace company that values innovation, safety, and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career development opportunities

Training programs

Welcoming culture and awards for inclusion

Qualifications

• 5+ years in high availability infrastructure roles.
• Understanding of security protocols and systems architectures.
• Experience in security management tools.

Responsibilities

• Respond to security threats and manage incidents.
• Support global cyber operations including 24x7 incident response.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity processes and standards.

Skills

Security Protocols

Cryptography

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

CCNA

Security+

CEH

CISSP

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Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the industry standards, we’re inspired to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to help protect democracies worldwide and are committed to sustainability, aiming to be a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, serving over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers, and achieving sales of £3.35bn in 2023, there are no limits to your career growth.

Job Summary

A Truly Global Business
Every day, we help aircraft fly further, faster, and greener. As the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components, we operate globally with over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries. We develop technologies to decarbonize aircraft and create zero-emission planes, emphasizing sustainability in all we do.

Making a Difference
You’ll contribute to the future of aviation by supporting operational excellence. The Cyber Security Technician responds to security threats, manages security incidents, operates security tools, and collaborates with SOC providers. The role involves troubleshooting cybersecurity issues, understanding adversaries’ tactics, and supporting information system security.

This role offers hybrid working, with travel to the nearest GKN Aerospace site and biannual global travel.

How You'll Contribute

• Follow all HSE rules and wear PPE as required.
• Assist IT/OT teams in monitoring threats and vulnerabilities.
• Support global cyber controls, operations, and incident response (24x7).
• Ensure high service levels and support cybersecurity tools.
• Work effectively within a multi-location team.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity processes, standards, and architectures.
• Assess IT/OT environments including systems, networks, and applications.
• Support maintenance, support, and incident resolution, including root cause analysis.
• Engage in change management, assessing changes and ensuring operational readiness.

What You'll Bring

Essential:
Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years in high availability infrastructure roles in a global manufacturing setting.
Experience in security, performance, and reliability.
Understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security management tools.
Knowledge of system architectures and vulnerability assessment.

Desirable:
Knowledge of aerospace regulations, export controls.
Stakeholder engagement skills.
Certifications: ITIL, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, Data Protection, CCNA, Security+, CEH, CISSP.

What We'll Offer

Competitive package, career development opportunities, and training. Join us to shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Why Join Us

We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging, creating a welcoming culture recognized with awards. We provide accessible recruitment processes and support your full potential in a collaborative environment.