Defence Security Programme Lead

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge up to 12 flexi-days

Pension scheme with up to 15% employer

Mental health support and wellbeing

Bonus scheme

4,000+ online courses (Coursera/Linked

Referral programme

Flexible benefits up to £500

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a Security Project Manager to own and oversee all security aspects for the Future Combat Air (FCA) team’s Portfolio Office. You will coordinate security activities, advise programme teams, and interface with customers and government authorities to ensure compliant delivery of contractual obligations.

The role requires experience with defence security processes, handling classified material, and a proactive, collaborative approach with strong stakeholder relationships

Qualifications

• Previous defence industry or armed forces experience preferred.
• Experience with HMG classified material at various levels.
• Strong understanding of defence security processes.
• Degree in engineering, science or equivalent practical experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the portfolio security management framework across programmes and projects.
• Lead personnel security activities, including read-on, clearances verification, nationality restrictions and access eligibility.
• Provide security guidance to programme teams ensuring compliance with policies and government regulations.
• Record, investigate and manage security incidents, identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Lead and facilitate Portfolio Security Forum with SMEs to promote best practice.
• Monitor risks and compliance across the portfolio, conduct assessments and audits.

Skills

Strong communicator

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Self-management

Education

Degree in technical field

Job description

Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a Security Project Manager to own and oversee all security aspects for the Future Combat Air (FCA) team’s Portfolio Office. You will coordinate security activities, advise programme teams, and interface with customers and government authorities to ensure compliant delivery of contractual obligations.

The role requires experience with defence security processes, handling classified material, and a proactive, collaborative approach with strong stakeholder relationships