Head of security

Head of Security
- Cyber and Physical-Bristol- up to £120,000 plus excellent benefits package

Lead security. Enable growth. Protect what matters.

Join a rapidly growing Defence and Advanced Technology organisation developing cutting-edge solutions across autonomous systems, AI, aerospace and security.

We're looking for a dynamic, energetic and experienced Head of Security / Senior Security Manager to build and lead a scalable security function, protecting people, assets, information and operations while enabling continued growth and delivery to government and defence customers.

The Role

You'll:

* Define and lead the organisation's security strategy and culture.

* Own compliance with UK Defence and Government security requirements, including MOD JSPs and NCSC guidance.

* Act as a trusted security advisor to senior leadership, customers and government stakeholders.

* Lead facility and programme accreditations, audits and inspections.

* Oversee personnel security, vetting, clearances and insider risk.

* Provide governance across physical, information and cyber security.

* Lead security incident response, investigations and business continuity.

* Identify and manage security risks across operations, programmes and the supply chain.

* Ensure appropriate security controls are embedded across suppliers, partners and contractors.

About You

You'll bring:

* Senior security experience within Defence, Aerospace, Government or a related sector.

* Strong knowledge of defence security compliance and classified environments.

* Proven experience in risk management and incident response.

* Experience working in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

* The confidence to engage with executives, customers and government bodies.

Military, intelligence, law enforcement or defence industry experience would be highly advantageous, as would experience across R&D, manufacturing or flight/test operations.

Professional security qualifications such as CPP, CSyP or CSMP are desirable.

Why Join?

* Senior leadership role with genuine influence- your chance to own a security function

* Shape the security function of a rapidly growing technology business.

* Work at the intersection of Defence, AI, aerospace and autonomous technology.

* Help protect technology and operations that have real-world impact.

* Competitive salary based on experience.

For further information and to apply please contact Victoria at Copello on (phone number removed)