Cyber Security Specialist

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeWhat's Your Possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most - solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology and solutions of the future. It's what we call Defining Possible.
This mindset goes beyond the solutions we deliver; it is the foundation for your career development and the impact we make within the community.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job; it is a mission.
As a Product Cyber Security Specialist, you will play a vital role in strengthening the security of mission-critical defence products. You will provide cyber security expertise across the full engineering lifecycle, supporting platform delivery teams and ensuring cyber risk is managed effectively. Reporting to the PCS Engineering Manager, you will be central to the evolution of our product security capability, helping to develop and automate assurance artefacts and apply advanced technologies such as automation, AI and decision support.
You will contribute to the wider mission of our UK Defence business, supporting multi-domain command and control systems used across the Royal Navy and international partners.
Role Responsibilities

Grow and enhance the automation of cyber security risk and vulnerability assessment outputs, including the use of Artificial Intelligence.

Provide cyber security expertise throughout the product systems engineering lifecycle.

Maintain integrity of product cyber security risk management artefacts and offer timely technical advice to delivery teams.

Plan product cyber security activities and contribute to task-hour estimates.

Support project and security leadership in delivering proportionate, efficient cyber security approaches.

Assist with building and improving product cyber security capabilities, including supporting professional certification development.

Candidate Requirements
Essential

Strong background in cyber security and/or engineering, with a degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Cyber Security, or equivalent experience.

Keen interest in cyber security for industrial control systems.

Experience working with cyber and engineering design data.

Awareness of industrial control systems.

Knowledge of NIST CSF.

Experience in threat modelling using frameworks such as Mitre ATT&CK, DEF3ND or EMB3D.

Experience in cyber security risk management.

Experience with vulnerability, patch and update management.

Desirable

Understanding of Secure by Design to UK MOD standards including DEFSTAN 05-139 and DEFSTAN 05-138.

Familiarity with ISA 62443.

Experience or certification in operational technology or industrial control systems.

If you meet many, but not all, of these requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Your potential, curiosity and willingness to grow matter to us.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of our work, you must be a sole UK national for this clearance type.
You must be able to gain and maintain UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance.
If you have questions about the process, you can contact our recruitment team using this email address: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed fortnight

Private healthcare

Cash health plan

Holiday buy and sell options

Career development opportunities and professional training

Performance-related bonuses

Why Join Us?
A Mission to Believe In
Every day, we help build a more secure and connected world, contributing to safety and resilience across land, sea, air, space and cyberspace.
A Place to Belong and Thrive
You can bring your authentic self to work. Every voice matters, and we are committed to building an inclusive, supportive culture.
Your Career, Your Way
Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity and nurture your passion.
Ready to Apply?
Yes - Submit your application online.
Possibly - For more information, contact our recruitment team using the following email address: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
No - Explore other opportunities with Northrop Grumman UK. We are growing across the UK.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.