Overview
SiXworks builds secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.
What You’ll Do
As a Security Consultant / System Security Consultant, you’ll ensure that the systems and information at SiXworks are suitably secured to enable business operations. This is an operational role that manages ongoing security and compliance of our internal infrastructure. This is a key role that implements the policy and direction set by our senior management team and works closely with the IT service delivery team to maintain ongoing security assurance.
Your work may include:
- Ensure security of all internal systems.
- Develop and maintain security policies
- Ensure system design and implementation meets security outcomes.
- Produce evidence to meet various MOD regulations.
- Work closely with various practises (Software Engineering, DevSecOps Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Agile Development, Support) to achieve security outcomes.
- Reporting to senior management on compliance, cyber risks of internal services.
- Work with project teams on improving operational security, providing security consultancy.
What We’re Looking For
We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:
- Experience of working on risk assessments using industry approved methodologies (such as NIST, ISO 27005).
- Identification of suitable risk management activities (technical, physical, or procedural) to treat /mitigate the identified risks.
- Creation of security documentation to support the development of an information system, these could include: Security Aspects of Design, Risk Assessments, Risk Management Plans, Security Policies, Security Test Plans/Results.
- High standards in written report and/or design documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to manage change securely and effectively.
- Experience of Azure, M365, Intune, JAMF, Windows, macOS and Kubernetes environments.
- Knowledge and experience of Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD principles and their application in secure environments
- Appreciation of the constraints and requirements imposed on development within secure, safety critical environments.
Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.
About SiXworks
SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.
Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.
Why Join Us
Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity — our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.
As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self-motivated people to join the team on our journey.
We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.
Aword on UK Security Clearance
Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:
United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Interested?
Please apply: https://sixworks.bamboohr.com/careers/283
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