I'm looking for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join a highly capable Cyber Security Team supporting a major UK MoD integrated command and control programme based in Dorset.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical defence systems at the highest classifications, contributing to the delivery of secure solutions across the full project lifecycle.
About the Role
As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will work closely with both internal stakeholders and customer communities to identify, assess, and reduce cyber security risks across a large-scale defence environment.
You will play a key role in shaping secure architectures, implementing effective security controls, and supporting assurance and accreditation activities in line with UK defence standards and frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Support projects in understanding cyber security risks and assurance requirements
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop secure architectures and security-by-design solutions
Identify and implement proportionate security controls that deliver effective risk reduction
Produce high-quality technical security documentation and assurance artefacts
Support security investigations, meetings, and occasional customer site visits
Conduct security risk assessments and support accreditation activities within the UK defence domain
Ensure compliance with frameworks such as the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF)
Plan, coordinate, or participate in CHECK/penetration testing activities
Maintain awareness of emerging cyber security threats, trends, and best practicesEssential Skills & Experience
Experience working with MoD security policy, including JSP440
Strong knowledge of NCSC guidance and UK defence security standards
Experience supporting MoD Secure by Design (SbD) projects
Practical experience in security risk assessment and risk treatment methodologies
Understanding of security control baselines and assurance processes
Experience applying security architecture principles across integration or enterprise-scale projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentationAbout the Team
The Cyber Security Team works alongside a 45-strong engineering and development team delivering support to a fully integrated command and control system for the UK Ministry of Defence.
The wider programme covers:
Systems and software design
Development and integration
Installation and implementation
Acceptance and assurance
Training and logistics supportAll programme activities are managed from Dorset, supporting delivery to multiple MoD customer locations across the UK.
Why Join Us?
Work on nationally important defence programmes
Join a collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment
Influence secure system design from concept through to delivery
Engage with cutting-edge cyber security technologies and frameworks
Opportunities for professional growth and development within the defence sectorDue to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate UK security clearance.
The salary is £50,000 to £60,000 plus benefits and is a 5x day per week in the office role due to the security clearance level