Ings Lane, Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, YO62 6EZ United Kingdom
Purpose of the position
To use specialist knowledge, skills and experience in defence security and information management to ensure the company is compliant with contractual, MOD and DOD requirements, taking into account physical, cyber and personal aspects.
To ensure that all employees are aware of their security obligations and are suitably trained and that the company demonstrates a healthy security culture in all aspects of its business. The role will ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place and adhered to by all.
Duties
To maintain up to date knowledge of security standards
To ensure the company remains compliant to contractual and MOD specifications
To produce and update security documentation and ensure available and communicated to all
To provide security expertise when developing new ways of working, site changes / expansion
To undertake security audits to ensure standards are maintained and opportunities for improvement realised
To work with procurement team to ensure that suppliers are suitably assessed at the selection stage from a security perspective and that periodical review are undertaken to maintain assurance
To deliver security briefings and training to employees and other parties where necessary
To review, analyse and advise on Security Aspects Level and accept where appropriate
To work along side vetting and support with on / off boarding and advise on any AIR matters
To undertake investigations where necessary and make recommendations as appropriate and log and report where appropriate.
To have an understanding of cyber security requirements
To liaise with IT department to ensure that contractual cyber security requirements are known and adhered to
To provide reports on security status, risks and improvement opportunity
- Integrity – displays company values builds a trusting relationship between all team members
- Drive results – takes accountability for quality and timescales
- Teamwork – recognises that together we achieve more
- Communication – communicates effectively verbally and in writing
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of defence security standards (GovS 007,DefStan, NIST, DCC, ISO 27001 ISN’s)
- Knowledge of personnel security vetting
- Knowledge of physical security standards
- Knowledge of information security requirements
- Policy and procedure writing
Education
- Good standard of education
Experience
- Experienced in working in a defence security environment
- Experienced in translating standards in to pragmatic ways of working
- Ideally experienced in applying security standards in a manufacturing environment
- Experience of cyber security
Additional local needs Place of work is Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire with requirement for occasional visits to Cambridge office, and suppliers. To undertake and maintain security clearances
Security Officer employer: Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd
Slingsby Advanced Composites is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, offering a dynamic work environment for Manufacturing Engineers. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we provide a comprehensive health cash plan, an excellent pension scheme, and a yearly bonus, alongside opportunities for professional growth through continuous improvement initiatives. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to develop your career in manufacturing.
Contact Details:
Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd Recruitment Team
