Senior Cyber Security Consultant, Defence Airworthiness

TN United Kingdom; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in engineering services is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join their Defence Air Safety team. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced UK Defence platforms, leading Cyber Assurance projects that identify risks and threats. You will engage with clients, manage projects end-to-end, and conduct comprehensive risk assessments while ensuring compliance with Defence Standards. Join a company that values professional growth and offers a flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and a commitment to supporting the Armed Forces.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Pension Contributions

Private Medical Care

Life Insurance

Generous Leave

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cyber Security assessment and risk management.
• Extensive experience with Defence programmes and airworthiness.

Responsibilities

• Develop Cyber Security arguments and audit Safety Cases.
• Manage Cyber Security projects ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

Cyber Security Assessment

Risk Management

Defence Standards Knowledge

Project Management

Client Engagement

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Engineering

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Senior Cyber Security Consultant, Defence Airworthiness, Chippenham

Client: RINA

Location: Chippenham, UK (hybrid work model)

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0a8781625769

Job Views: 2

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description

RINA Aerospace & Defence (ASD) Consulting is seeking a high-caliber, experienced Cyber Consultant to join our Defence Air Safety team, delivering Airworthiness activities for national and international clients.

The Cyber team works on advanced UK Defence platforms, including unmanned air systems, Apache, Wildcat, Chinook, and Typhoon. The successful candidate will lead Cyber Assurance projects, focusing on identifying cyber risks and threats for interconnected assets and platforms, and advising clients on risk management frameworks.

RINA offers a flexible working environment, combining remote work, office presence, and on-site client engagements.

The Role

The Senior Cyber Consultant should have a solid Cyber Security background, especially in cyber risk and threat identification within Defence contexts. The role involves working on diverse projects and providing expert guidance.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing Cyber Security arguments, including authoring, reviewing, and auditing Safety Cases related to Cyber Security risks.
• Engaging with client personnel at all levels to identify cyber threats on platforms such as remote pilot air systems.
• Managing Cyber Security projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.
• Conducting comprehensive Risk Management assessments and designing risk frameworks.
• Ensuring assets are secure by design and compliant with JSP 440 standards.
• Supporting Bid Management with proposals focused on Cyber Security.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Defence programmes, particularly in airworthiness and cyber risk assessment.
• At least five years of Cyber Security assessment and risk management experience on air platforms.
• Knowledge of Defence Standards such as Def Stans 00-970, 055, 056, and 326A series.
• Understanding of JSP 440 and MAA's MACP is preferred.
• Degree in Computer Science, Science, Mathematics, or Engineering is preferred.
• Existing UK Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain it.
• Experience working for Defence contractors, consultancies, or military service.

About RINA ASD UK

RINA ASD UK is committed to supporting the Armed Forces and has achieved Gold status with the Armed Forces Covenant Employers Recognition Scheme. We are a key partner in defence, providing a wide range of consultancy services including Safety, ILS, Training, Cyber Assurance, Human Factors, and Data Science.

RINA Group

RINA is a global engineering services firm with 6,000 employees across 70 countries, supporting sectors such as defence, energy, oil & gas, power, renewables, and transport. We are committed to high-quality service and creating value for our clients.

Why RINA

We offer competitive salaries, pension contributions, generous leave, private medical care, life insurance, and opportunities for professional growth. Join our team to work with top engineers and manage diverse projects. We promote an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.