Senior Technical Security Skills & Standards Lead

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO); Old Stratford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Civil Service Pension

Training and development opportunities

On-site gym

Nursery

Café

Restaurant

Interest-free loans on season tickets

Job summary

FCDO Services is seeking a senior Technical Security lead to develop, implement and maintain UK NACE skills across government. You will provide strategic direction, influence senior stakeholders and shape the future of the technical security specialisation to meet evolving threats.

You will liaise with universities, industry and international partners, translating standards into practical guidance, career frameworks and professional pathways for growth and capability.

Qualifications

• Degree would be an advantage but isn't essential.
• Experience in Technical Surveillance Counter Measures.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and maintenance of Technical Security skills for UK NACE.
• Provide strategic leadership and expert advice to ensure practitioners remain effective against evolving threats.
• Translate technical standards into practical guidance, skills frameworks, and career development opportunities.
• Represent UK NACE at governance boards, professional forums and other events.

Job description

FCDO Services is seeking a senior Technical Security lead to develop, implement and maintain UK NACE skills across government. You will provide strategic direction, influence senior stakeholders and shape the future of the technical security specialisation to meet evolving threats.

You will liaise with universities, industry and international partners, translating standards into practical guidance, career frameworks and professional pathways for growth and capability.