IT Security Officer Assurance Submarines

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Job Title: IT Security Officer Assurance - Submarines
Working Pattern: 37 hours days
Working location: Derby/ Hybrid

Position Summary

We now have a new opportunity within the Rolls-Royce Submarines Security Department based at the Raynesway site at Derby for an IT Security Officer Assurance to support the growing Submarines business within our UK Defence Sector. This role reports to the IT Security Manager Submarines. This role is responsible for ensuring IT Systems processes and controls are secure and functioning effectively to protect against threats.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the IT Security Manager the IT Security Officer Assurance will provide assurance andbe responsible for ensuring IT Systems processes and controls are secure and functioning effectively to protect against threats. with the following primary responsibilities:

• Develop implement maintain a validation assurance plan to test the effectiveness of security controls in alignment with mandated security frameworks.

• Produce and conduct audits and assessments to confirm adherence to standards (Def-Stan 05-138 CIS Controls CE) using tools for efficiency.

• Assess the correctness of security risk assessments and risk management plans taking account of the business goals.

• Audit the implementation operation and maintenance of security controls.

• Identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities in IT systems and evaluate the likelihood and impact of these and propose mitigations.

• Implement and maintain the Security Policy Procedures Standards and Cyber Security Assurance Framework.

• Coordinate penetration testing with third-party providers and support remediation activities.

Who were looking for:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Risk Management and experience of identifying assessing and mitigating security risks.

• Experience of working in a assurance environment providing reporting to key stakeholders.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS Azure) network security and endpoint security.

• Knowledge of IT security frameworks such as DEFSTAN 05-138 NIST Cybersecurity Framework ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials .

Why Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress powering protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

Well provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive innovative culture that invests in you gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Formore than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines.

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you dont already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or in MoD approved cases a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing competitive resilient and growing company. Join us and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful inclusive and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued diverse perspectives fuel innovation and everyone can thrive.

Closing date: 22nd June 2026

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