Defence Head of Security & Resilience, UK-MEA (UK, Middle East, Africa)

Rolls-Royce plc; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Defence Head of Security & Resilience to oversee security policies and manage the Defence Bristol Security Team in a hybrid role. This position requires extensive experience in security management and leadership within classified programs. The successful candidate will promote security awareness, manage incident investigations, and enforce security policies across UK-MEA facilities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus

Employee Support

Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a leadership role providing high-level advice.
• Minimum 10 years managing security in strategic, classified UK/US MoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the implementation of security policies across UK-MEA facilities.
• Managing the Rolls-Royce Defence Bristol Security Team.
• Supporting incident investigations related to security.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Security Awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Job Description

Defence Head of Security & Resilience UK-MEA

Bristol/Hybrid

Management Level B

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Defence Head of Security & Resilience in Bristol.

We’re the second largest global provider of Defence aero-engine products and services with 16,000 engines in service for 160 customers across 100 countries. Our engines power aircraft in sectors including transport, combat, patrol, trainers, helicopters, and UAVs.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is a renowned and innovative brand, leading in engineering for over a century. We design, build, and service systems that deliver critical power with safety and reliability at the forefront.

We are committed to progress, powering, protecting, and connecting people worldwide.

Join us to continue our legacy of excellence and ingenuity.

The Defence Head of Security & Resilience (UK-MEA) oversees the implementation, delivery, management, and coordination of security & resilience policies, controls, and assurance activities across the Defence Business in UK-MEA, aligned with the strategic direction set by the VP of Corporate & Defence Security.

We offer a supportive environment fostering diversity and growth, with opportunities for career development and meaningful impact.

What we offer

Competitive salary, benefits including bonus, employee support, and discounts. Hybrid working allows a balance of office and remote work, typically four days in the office for collaboration.

What you will be doing

Responsible for setting and enforcing security policies across UK-MEA facilities, including BC planning, data and physical security, personnel security, and supply chain security.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the Rolls-Royce Defence Bristol Security Team
• Promoting security awareness and training
• Supporting incident investigations related to security and supply chain
• Implementing supply chain security assurance programs
• Managing security risk controls for Defence programs
• Overseeing personnel security and insider threat programs
• Representing the UK Defence Business at security meetings
• Enforcing security policies and Business Continuity plans
• Overseeing security personnel and programs at UK-MEA facilities

Who we’re looking for:

We seek individuals who prioritize safety, integrity, simplicity, and making a difference. Essential qualities include:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent security experience
• At least 5 years in a leadership role providing high-level advice and risk solutions
• Minimum 10 years managing security in strategic, classified UK/US MoD programs
• MOD security training and experience (desirable)
• Extensive incident management experience in complex environments
• Knowledge of resilience, risk management, and security standards
• Experience with electronic/technical security (desirable)
• Physical fitness suitable for large facility environments
• UKSV DV clearance required

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can realize their potential. Learn more about our inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce.

Note: Security clearance is required; Rolls-Royce supports the application process. Only UK nationals or dual nationals in MoD-approved cases can apply.

Job Category

Security and Resilience

Posting Date

15 May 2025; 00:05

Posting End Date

31 May 2025