Mission-Critical Security & Assurance Lead

SiXworks; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical cover

Life Assurance

Generous pension

Professional development support

On-site parking

Café and restaurant on site

Job summary

SiXworks in the defence tech sector seeks an Operations & Assurance Security Manager to develop, implement, and maintain information security, risk management, and compliance frameworks across contracts. You will lead security incidents, vulnerability management, and ensure protection of IT systems, networks, and data while meeting regulatory and governance requirements.

Collaborating with IT, operations, and external partners, you will promote a security-first culture and drive continuous

Responsibilities

• Set direction for security policies, standards and procedures.
• Oversee cybersecurity strategy and protection of IT systems and data.
• Lead incident response and remediation activities.
• Ensure regular vulnerability assessments and testing.
• Drive security programme improvements and resource management.

Job description

SiXworks in the defence tech sector seeks an Operations & Assurance Security Manager to develop, implement, and maintain information security, risk management, and compliance frameworks across contracts. You will lead security incidents, vulnerability management, and ensure protection of IT systems, networks, and data while meeting regulatory and governance requirements.

Collaborating with IT, operations, and external partners, you will promote a security-first culture and drive continuous