Security Case Advisor

Role:
Security Case Advisor

Rolls-Royce SMR is here to transform how nuclear energy is delivered-cleaner, faster and at global scale. Our teams are developing one of the world's most advanced small modular reactors, helping secure affordable, low-carbon energy for generations to come.

We're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.

A valuable member of the security team directly supporting the security SME leads, to deliver an integrated, secure solution to future licensees of new RR-SMR Power Stations, as well as coordinating meetings, representing the Head of Security and the Security Case Manager at internal meeting, where necessary, and internal review of technical reports.

In addition, a crucial outcome of this work will see you working closely with all components of the safety, safeguards, and environmental functions within the Generic Design/Regulatory Affairs Assessment teams; specifically, this post will augment the capability of the Security Case Manager, producing the Claims, Arguments, and evidence that will form part of the Generic and Site-specific Security Reports.

• Support the Security Case Manager by providing a technical report writing and editing capability.
• Support the Security Case Team in the development and collation of a Nuclear Security Case for the Rolls-Royce SMR Power Station.
• Support the Security Case Team in engagement with Regulators, Customers and other stakeholders as part of the overall design process for the Rolls-Royce SMR Power Station.
• Take an overview of the Nuclear Security Case as whole, to ensure consistency of approach and ensure no contradiction.
• To support other members of the Security Team in the development of the security solution and Nuclear Security Case for Rolls-Royce SMR Power Station.
• Closely collaborate and understand the wider nuclear safety, safeguards, and environmental team (E3S) activities, to ensure claims, augments, and evidence across these disciples are inclusive of and/or aligned to security requirements (and Vice-Versa).
• Closely collaborate with the Generic Design delivery to ensure delivery of Nuclear Security E3S Case Chapter aligns with Rolls-Royce SMR Programme requirements.
• Review of all generic and site-specific design Security submissions
• Development of the Security Claims
• Production of the Generic and Site-Specific Security Report(s)

Degree or equivalent recognised qualifications that represent a scientific or engineering approach and training.

• Nuclear Security (or other security sensitive industries)
• Nuclear Safety (or other highly safety conscious industries)
• Engineering Design
• Interpretation of Regulations and other legislative instruments.

• Experience and understanding and interpretation of regulations and other legislative instruments.
• experience in the delivery of documents/information to satisfy regulatory/customer expectations and requirements.
• Experience of the 'claims-arguments-evidence' approach to substantiation and justification
• Experienced engaging with UK Government regulators.
• Working Knowledge of the practice and principles of project management.
• As a proactive collaborator with a variety of stakeholders

This role can be based from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington office. Hybrid working is standard, with regular supplier travel required. Some international travel may also be required depending on supplier activity.

A salary between £42,000 - £55,150 , £2,200 benefit allowance, 12.5% bonus opportunity, 6x pensionable life assurance, 50% income protection, 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and a £250 new-joiner payment
-alongside opportunities for development and progression.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a competency-based interview and may be asked to provide evidence of document management capability. This role requires BPSS checks as part of our onboarding process.

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. If you meet around 75% of the criteria, we'd still love to hear from you. We're happy to discuss reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and offer flexible or part-time working where possible.

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