Security Advisor - Information Security

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Security Advisor - Information Security. In this role, you will advise stakeholders on best practices and ensure compliance regarding security measures and classified materials. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge in various security domains and have the ability to obtain DV Clearance. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pension scheme

Private health plans

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of personnel security, information security, and cyber security.
• Good understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Experience in a regulated environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise business stakeholders on information security best practices.
• Ensure secure handling of classified materials as required.
• Monitor adequacy of security measures within the business area.
• Conduct security assessments and define operational requirements.
• Collect and evaluate data to create reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of security services

Understanding of government standards

Ability to obtain DV clearance

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Security Advisor - Information Security

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Competitive

What you'll be doing

• Advise business stakeholders on Information Security best practices, policies, and processes to support compliance, manage risk, and help achieve business goals
• Ensure secure handling of classified materials in all formats, in line with contract requirements, while maintaining good coordination with local teams and business contacts
• Monitor the adequacy of the security measures within their business area to ensure that policies and procedures are up-to-date and take account of developments and respond to security incidents
• Conduct and review security assessments and define operational requirements for the assigned workstreams to protect classified assets
• Collect and evaluate data to create reports or presentations for teams and managers as well as support a good security culture by promoting awareness and setting a positive example that demonstrates BAE Systems values
• Providing advice and guidance on the application of Security grading as appropriate to individual programmes and or functions
• Support security risk assessments and helps drive improvements and continuously look for ways to enhance Information and Cyber Security practices

Your skills and experiences

Essential:

• Ability to go through and obtain DV Clearance (when required)
• Good knowledge of relevant security services, e.g. personnel security, information security, cyber and IT security, classified materials management, asset protection, etc.
• Good understanding of government and industry standards and best practice guidance

Desirable:

• Experience in a security role, ideally within CNI, Defence or a similar regulated environment

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Information Security team

You will be reporting to the Senior Security Manager and will be carrying out a range of tasks in support of the delivery of the Information Security and IT service. You will be assisting the team with general office management duties as well as working with data to identify solutions to known problems. This is a great opportunity to get exposure across the business working with a variety of stakeholders and being able to influence the security aspects of all future submarine products. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you\'ll be able to make a real difference. You\'ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you\'ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 7th October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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