Our defence sector client is currently recruiting for a Security Assurance Coordinator / Security Risk Manager to work on the UK Future Combat Air Programme (FCAS). This is a contract role starting ASAP until the end of March 2026 initially with scope to be extended. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement. Working on classified systems will mean that working from home is not always possible so we anticipate onsite (London, Bristol, Reading or Farnborough) presence would be required a few days per week. The role requires a minimum of SC clearance due to the requirement to access and work on classified systems. Due to the urgent timescales we require an individual who already holds a current SC or DV (desired) clearance used within the last 12 months.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reporting to the AHd Security (Product, Industry). Responsible for supporting the Product and Supply chain teams of the UK Future Combat Air Programme (FCAS).
- Oversight of Supply Chain and Product security sub-working group actions and delivery of additional working groups, as required.
- Drive meaningful engagement at a trilateral level, providing the necessary security advice and support to ensure GCAP is a success.
- Maturation of the GCAP product and industry framework to support GIGO Agency transition
- Management of UK risks and issues escalating through the FCAS governance structure or at the Trilateral GCAP Working Groups.
- Leading the delivery of risk analysis while reaching down into the Lead System Integrator for review and assurance through the supply chain.
- Management of product and supply security factors relating to technical development work streams and acquisition work packages including the Tempest demonstrator.
- Lead on industry engagement and media enquiries which affect product. Be aware of aspects on the technical development work streams which have relevance to the FCAS / GCAP products.
- Provide support and assurance to the wider FCAS product security team including through engagement with Trilateral industry and government colleagues.
- Support for the FCAS and GCAP Security Working Groups including the Non-Technical Working Groups.
EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL:
- Confident communicator with the ability to succinctly engage with a range of stakeholders both Government and Industry, including with international colleagues
- Curious and able to challenge irrespective of grade / position to better understand risks and issues
- Experience of risk management
- Understanding of UK Defence acquisition
DESIRABLE:
- International engagement
- Working with Government / UK Military
- Creative thinking and ability to use initiative and problem-solving techniques to overcome apparently intractable situations.