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

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Defence Head of Security & Resilience to manage security policies across the UK-MEA region. This role involves overseeing security teams, implementing policies, and promoting awareness in a hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in security management and leadership roles, particularly within MoD programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent development opportunities

Employee support

Discounts

Bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in leadership roles providing risk-based advice.
• Minimum 10 years security management experience within UK/US MoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Set and enforce security policies across all UK-MEA facilities.
• Manage the Rolls-Royce Defence Bristol Security Team.
• Promote security awareness through training and education programs.

Skills

Leadership

Incident Management

Risk Management

Security Awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent security experience

Job description

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Apply locations Bristol | Time type Full time | Posted on Posted 2 Days Ago | Job requisition id JR6137480

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 unmanned aerial vehicles.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is a globally iconic brand, leading innovation for over a century. We design, build, and service systems providing critical power where safety and reliability are paramount. We are committed to progress, powering, protecting, and connecting people worldwide.

We seek individuals who want to continue our legacy of excellence and ingenuity. Join us on this journey.

Role Overview

The Defence Head of Security & Resilience (UK-MEA) is responsible for implementing, managing, and coordinating security & resilience policies, controls, and assurance activities across the Defence Business, UK-MEA, aligning with the strategic direction set by the VP of Corporate & Defence Security.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, excellent development opportunities, and benefits including bonuses, employee support, and discounts. We support hybrid working, allowing a balance between office, home, or remote work, with an expectation to attend the workplace approximately four days per week for collaboration and specific tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and enforce security policies across all UK-MEA facilities and projects, including BC planning, data security, physical security, personnel security, and supply chain security.
• Manage the Rolls-Royce Defence Bristol Security Team.
• Promote security awareness through training and education programs.
• Support investigations related to security incidents involving products and supply chains.
• Implement and monitor supply chain security assurance programs.
• Manage personnel security, vetting, and insider threat programs.
• Represent the company at security meetings with government and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and enforce security and resilience policies, including Business Continuity.
• Oversee security personnel and programs across UK-MEA facilities.

Candidate Profile

We value safety, integrity, simplicity, and making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent security experience.
• At least 5 years in leadership roles providing risk-based advice.
• Minimum 10 years security management experience within UK/US MoD programs.
• MOD security training and experience preferred.
• Strong incident management skills in complex environments.
• Knowledge of resilience, risk management, standards, and governance.
• Experience with electronic and technical security is desirable.
• Physical fitness to navigate large facilities.
• UKSV DV security clearance required.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support applications for Security Clearance from UK nationals or dual nationals in MoD-approved cases.

Additional Details

Job Category: Security and Resilience

Posting Date: 15 May 2025; 00:05

Posting End Date: 31 May 2025

"Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest, and most competitive solutions for vital power needs."