Job Description:Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance (Information Security) Your impact Leonardo UK operates in a complex security, regulatory and defence environment. As Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance for the information security team, you will lead the function responsible for setting clear security standards, supporting proportionate risk decisions and providing assurance across the business. You will work across multiple business areas and may be required to travel between Leonardo UK sites, with hybrid working supported where appropriate for the role. What you will do as Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance: Lead the Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance function. Own and maintain UK Information Security standards, assurance arrangements and governance processes. Help ensure security controls, risk decisions and assurance activity are understood, evidenced and reported consistently across the business. Work with delivery teams, system owners, senior risk owners and security specialists to support proportionate security governance through the system lifecycle. Oversee assurance activity, including reviews and audits against agreed security plans and controls. Support continual improvement of the Information Security Operating Model, including better tooling, automation and data-led reporting. Deputise for the Head of Information Security when required, including representing the function in senior forums and supporting wider team leadership. What you’ll bring You will bring experience of leading or shaping information security governance, risk and compliance in a regulated environment. You should be comfortable translating policy, regulation and business risk into practical security requirements that can be implemented, evidenced and assured. Experience in information security governance, risk and compliance. Strong knowledge of security control frameworks and risk management practices. Knowledge of cyber and information risk frameworks or methodologies, such as FAIR or equivalent. Experience developing, maintaining or assuring security standards, policies, control frameworks or risk management artefacts. Understanding of MoD and other UK government security policy and frameworks. Practical understanding of security risk assessment, residual risk, risk acceptance and non-compliance management. Experience supporting audit, assurance, control testing or compliance reporting activity. Experience producing governance, risk or assurance reporting for senior stakeholders. Knowledge of security governance tooling, automation, dashboards or data-led reporting would be beneficial. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Spend up to 500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. Full time
Head of Governance Risk & Compliance in London employer: Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is an excellent employer for students seeking practical experience in a supportive and dynamic environment. Located in Bedford, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages personal growth and skill development, making it an ideal place for young individuals to kickstart their careers in inventory management and logistics. With hands-on training and mentorship opportunities, students can gain valuable insights while contributing to meaningful projects over their temporary tenure.
