Security Infrastructure Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Security Infrastructure Lead to join our Defence Aerospace business in Bristol.

In this role, you will report directly to the SVP Infrastructure, and will be accountable for Security across our infrastructure works and projects, including construction security and assurance, acting as the authority and intelligent customer for physical security policy, standards and documentation for the Defence Programmes. You will be delivering on the requirements against MOD programmes of work.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

We’re a leading global player in the defence aero engine market. From combat to transport, trainers to helicopters, we provide 16,000 military engines and pioneering service solutions to 160 customers in 103 countries.

We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

This multifaceted role will give you an opportunity to work in a world class engineering and manufacturing environment, using your knowledge of security standards and compliance to ensure the highest standards of security are maintained.

What you will be doing:

With this exciting opportunity you will:

• Act as the authority and intelligent customer for physical security standards Programme facilities and sites in accordance with the Government Functional Standard GovS 007.
• Lead in developing, implementing and maintaining the physical security standards and all associated documents, procedures and policies for compartments/facilities in accordance with programme security requirements.
• Maintain relationships with relevant external organisations, which include the MOD, accreditation body, National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) and internal stakeholders such as the site security and infrastructure team, Security Operations team, Risk and Compliance Manager and principal contractors to demonstrate that security arrangements, infrastructure works, and construction activities are compliant, meet the required programme and accreditation standards and are approved by the relevant accreditation authorities.
• Support the maintenance of the programme and facility Security Plan and Security Risk Register, working collaboratively with the wider Defence security function.

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. And for this role, we are looking for someone who is/has:

• Excellent working knowledge of UK security regulations, MoD Security Policies/Procedures, technical security systems and the principles of security management.
• Experience of physical security arrangements in compliance with National Protective Security Agency (NPSA).
• Excellent understanding of project management, reporting and record keeping with outstanding planning abilities.
• Experience across security audit and compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the enterprise with strong influencing and communication skills.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.