At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to develop cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and protect vital systems.
- Company: Airbus Defence and Space, a leader in innovative technology and sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and extensive personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in security policies, risk assessment, and cybersecurity technologies is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance
LOCATION: Newport, South Wales (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within the UK and internationally
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
- Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
- Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday. There are no core hours on Friday afternoons.
- Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health/dental insurance/eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme
- Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving
- Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
We are looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to join our Digital Security Protection Team and be at the forefront of developing the next generation of defense systems. You will play a crucial role in defining and executing Cybersecurity Technologies and Procedures to mitigate both short and long-term threats and risks. Our team is involved in international initiatives and offers a dynamic and diverse environment.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM:
- Define Security Policies and Technical Compliance Checks: Ensure continuous evaluation and impact assessment
- Security Configuration Definition: Translate business requirements into security configurations and hardening for security products and business apps
- Risk Assessment: Support the continuous assessment of our cybersecurity posture and identify new security countermeasures
- Security Baselines & Features Definition: Define security baselines and features for defense technologies such as IAM and Active Directory
- Security Automation: Support Sec Dev Ops and secure development automation initiatives
- Ticketing System: You will use Remedy for authorisation of security related tickets covering: Administration rights, firewall changes, URL white listing
ABOUT YOU:
- Technical Compliance: Experience in defining and implementing security policies and technical compliance checks
- Security Configuration: Proven ability to translate business requirements into security configurations and hardening
- Risk Assessment: Strong skills in risk assessment and identifying security countermeasures
- Defense Technologies: Knowledge in defining security baselines and features for defense technologies
- Security Automation: Experience in Sec Dev Ops and secure development automation
- Ticketing: Experience of using Remedy or similar ticketing systems
- Experience of customer interface between IT and end user
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Cyber Security Specialist employer: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Airbus Defence and Space Limited is an exceptional employer located in Newport, South Wales, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive financial rewards, flexible working arrangements, and a strong commitment to inclusivity, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company also provides extensive development opportunities through personalised plans and access to a vast array of e-learning courses, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in cybersecurity.
Contact Details:
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited Recruitment Team
