Security Operations Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Security Operations Manager to join their Central Security Team. This role is pivotal in safeguarding assets and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will be responsible for developing security governance frameworks, conducting audits, and delivering training programs. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you will foster a security culture that aligns with business needs. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of aerospace technology and advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Top-tier training programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Accessible recruitment processes

Qualifications

• Strong security expertise with a focus on personnel and physical security.
• Proven ability to develop and implement security plans and processes.
• Experience managing international travel security plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security governance frameworks and policies.
• Deliver security awareness training across the enterprise.
• Provide operational support to business lines and manufacturing sites.

Skills

Security Risk Management

Incident Response

Crisis Management

Threat Assessment

Vulnerability Assessment

Microsoft Office

Education

Security Management

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Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. Committed to sustainability, we aim to open up and protect our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, serving over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers, and achieving sales of £3.35 bn in 2023, there are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

The Security Operations Manager (SOM) will be a key member of the Central Security Team (CST), providing Governance & Assurance, Audit, Training & Awareness, and Operational support. The CST’s primary goal is to safeguard GKN Aerospace’s People, Property, Assets, Information, and Reputation, ensuring compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory obligations, meeting business needs, and maintaining the ‘License to Operate.’ The SOM will play a vital role in achieving these objectives.

The SOM should have strong security expertise, able to work strategically with senior leaders and operationally at manufacturing sites. They should be a subject matter expert in areas including Personnel Security, Physical Security, Technical Security Systems, Physical Information Security, Travel Security, Events Security, and Crisis Management.

A key responsibility will be supporting the integration of security functions across the company, implementing governance frameworks, providing audit capabilities, delivering training and awareness programs, and offering operational support and guidance to Security Leads and Managers.

Collaborating internally with stakeholders such as COO’s, Security Leads, HR, Procurement, Export Control, and externally with authorities, clients, and third-party providers, will be essential for fostering a security culture and delivering value to the business.

US and Mexico Focus

The SOM will serve as the SME for security activities in the US and Mexico, ensuring alignment and collaboration with regional Security Managers and Leads. This includes providing tailored advice, enforcing policies, monitoring threats, and overseeing regional audits to ensure compliance with global standards and local laws.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security governance frameworks including policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Participate in audits to review practices, identify gaps, and support improvements.
• Deliver security awareness training across the enterprise.
• Provide operational support to business lines and manufacturing sites.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand and support security requirements.
• Offer expertise in Physical Security, Technical Security, Personnel Security (including US Government Security Clearances), and Physical Information Security.
• Guide crisis management planning, training, and response support.
• Conduct investigations when necessary.

Job Qualifications

• US National, with eligibility for security clearance.
• Proactive team player and self-starter, capable of managing multiple programs across geographies and time zones.
• Deep knowledge of security risk management and incident response.
• Experience with Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessments (TVRA).
• Proven ability to develop and implement security plans, processes, and procedures.
• Knowledge of physical and technical security controls.
• Understanding of Physical Information Security risks and controls.
• Experience managing international travel security plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years in Security Risk Management.
• Experience managing security in a corporate or aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Academic background in Security Management or related fields.
• Military, police, or law enforcement experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Investigations experience and knowledge of Data Protection practices.
• Budget management experience.

Join us for exciting challenges and opportunities. Be part of an innovative organization committed to pushing boundaries and supporting your growth with top-tier training.

A Great Place to Work

We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Our culture encourages everyone to contribute and be their full selves. We are committed to accessible recruitment processes and supporting all applicants.

At GKN Aerospace, human dreams and endeavor shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.