Security Engineer

IntaPeople Limited; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Security Engineer for a major defence project in the United Kingdom. This contract role is evaluated as Outside IR35 and requires a strong background in security frameworks. The ideal candidate will develop security architecture, guide engineering decisions, and ensure compliance with security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance and undergo right-to-work checks before engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong defence sector background with experience in security frameworks.
• Proven track record of delivering security designs through accreditation.
• Familiarity with large-scale, complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver security architecture for complex systems.
• Provide security guidance across engineering decisions.
• Support accreditation processes throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Security architecture development

Compliance with security standards

Accreditation processes

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Job description

Security Engineer (Contract) – Outside IR35

We’re looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join a major defence project. This is a contract role, evaluated as Outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver security architecture and documentation for complex systems.
• Provide security guidance across engineering decisions and ensure compliance with standards.
• Support accreditation processes and maintain security assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design and test teams to ensure secure implementation and integration.
• Hands‑on involvement in Model‑Based Systems Engineering and open architecture development.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong defence sector background with experience in security frameworks such as ISO27001, IS1&2, NIST SP 800-53, and others.
• Proven track record of delivering security designs through accreditation into operational support.
• Familiarity with large‑scale, complex systems and layered security architectures.

Additional Info:

• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
• Right‑to‑work checks required prior to engagement.