Senior Cyber Certification Specialist

Lead complex cyber audits across SS EIT, document findings, create and present risk-based recommendations Review and test applicable security control against internal and external frameworks such as, Group cyber security standards, Cyber Essentials standards, Defstan Coordinate and plan and schedule all re assurance duties in line with Defstan requirements. Work with technical teams to validate remediation plans and track to closure Advise manager of emerging risks, control gaps, and increase compliance posture. Support in the external accreditation activities

Educated to degree level (or equivalent) preferably in a related technical discipline. A good understanding of MOD Cyber Security Model, NIST 800-53, Cyber Essentials Some working knowledge of industry recognised Cyber Security Standards and best practice including HMG / Government Sector. (UK and International) to meet MoD DEFCON requirements and the importance of Licence to trade in line with BAE's supplier defence strategy

Desirable:

An excellent working knowledge of data analytics within Excel and Tableau automated reporting CIST or CISM certification

Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience, As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cyber Assurance Team:

The team covers a multi domain enterprise level exposure, DCC (Defence Cyber Certification) is a new capability being built to meet an increasing MOD supplier requirement. Following existing SS EIT assurance process and Technology reviews, this position will form a key role in meeting and maintaining the new MOD requirements.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.