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Senior Information Security Advisor | Bristol

Elbit Systems in the UK are a Defence, Technology and Aerospace company working on a range of technologies for both military and civilian applications.

You will be working with a team of experienced and talented individuals across multiple disciplines and in an organisation that has the benefit of a global presence with plenty of growth opportunity.

What we’re looking for:

Due to our recent success securing multiple new contracts, we now require talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Elbit Systems are looking for an individual with strong understanding of information security accreditation, risk management and the ability to manage projects and prioritise strategic decisions. This person will be an integral member in one of Elbit System’s most critical and exciting programmes where, as the Senior Information Security Advisor, you will also be expected to take the lead in directing SME security contractors and sub-contractors. The role offers potential for growth and development as the programme scope increases.

Responsibilities will include:

Provide Information Security advice and support to complex defence programmes.
Produce Information Security artefacts such as Risk Management and Accreditation Document Set (RMADS) and Security Management Plans (SMP).
Manage other supporting security artefacts for numerous interlinked systems; work with system engineers to prepare for the accreditation; organise security testing of systems and liaise with the accreditors to enable programme execution.
Identify security risks within complex information systems and develop effective and risk balanced security measures to mitigate them.
Assist in the integration of Information Assurance activities with the system engineering, design and manufacturing elements of new business ventures and programmes

What we're looking for:

Knowledge and understanding of MOD and Government information security policy, standards and guidance.
Experience in generation of information security Risk Assessments, Risk Treatment Plans and Risk Management and Accreditation Documents.
Experience in the specification and development of effective and balanced information assurance solutions or approaches.
Experience of working within a UK Government security environment or Defence sector.
Experience of Security audit/ compliance in accordance with ISO 27001 or other recognisable frameworks.
Relevant industry security certifications would be advantageous (e.g. CCP, CISSP, CISM)

What’s in it for you:

Elbit Systems UK is at the forefront of technological innovation within our industry and as our presence grows in the UK, we want to recruit talented individuals to build a cohesive and diverse group on numerous projects. We offer Competitive salary packages, flexible working hours, health care options, life cover, family friendly policies and a range of additional benefits including salary sacrifice schemes, discounts, access to Learning and Development tools and support for yours and your family’s health and wellbeing.  

All the positions will be based full-time or with alternative flexible arrangement from our offices either in Bristol, London or home based (where the job allows).