Leonardo
Programme Security Lead
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Programme Security Lead
Leonardo UK – Programme Security Lead (PSL)
Salary Range: £66,960 - £97,515
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role or a narrower hiring range within that band, benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
About the Role
Leonardo UK is seeking a Programme Security Lead (PSL) to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division. The PSL will act as the de facto Head of Security for Future Combat Air (FCAS) ambitions, including GCAP and related national programmes—a mission-critical initiative for both UK PLC and Leonardo.
As the focal point for security across the programme, the role ensures adherence to contractual and internal security policies while providing leadership to the Senior Responsible Officer (SRO).
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the central contact for all security-related domains, advising key stakeholders (primarily the SRO).
- Identify, measure, record, and manage security risks on behalf of the SRO.
- Oversee and owned critical programme security artefacts (e.g. Security Management Plan, Security Risk Register).
- Enforce compliance with contractual security requirements, supporting both internal and external security audits.
- Validate third-party adherence to contractual obligations and oversee supplier risk assurance.
- Develop and provide security reporting to governance boards, senior leadership, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Act as the point of escalation for security incidents and provide executive-level briefings.
- Embed a positive security culture within the programme and drive initiatives aligned with LCSUK/LDOUK policies.
- Collaborate with internal security functions and 외국영도 across Leonardo.
- Lead a team of security SMEs within the programme while fostering knowledge-sharing within the broader security officer community.
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Expected Skills & Qualifications
Core Competencies
- Strong consulting skills, including client relationship-building, adaptability, and quality delivery.
- Clear and persuasive communication at SRO, MOD 1 (Mode 1, Ministry of Defenceriger) and MOD 2* levels, ensuring security impacts are understood.
- A practical, enablative approach to security beyond compliance.
- Experience building consensus in diverse, global teams.
- Proactive, ownership-driven leadership with a problem-solving mindset.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Chartership or equivalent in Cyber Security (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
- Demonstrated leadership experience, influencing senior stakeholders and guiding teams.
- Experience as a key interface with C-suite and MoD (Marketing Organisation of Defence) directors.
- Managing security stakeholder engagements, pastoral responsibilities, and administrative tasks.
- Proactive collaboration on security practice management.
- Experience in multi-lateral workforces, ideally with Japan/Italy.
- Ability to collaborate on pricing and business winning via stakeholder relationships.
Note: While technical requirements form a foundation, Leonardo values attitude and willingness to learn first.
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Security Clearance Requirements
This role requires pre-employment security vetting, including compensation for UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). National Security Vetting (NSV) may be required, such as Security Clearance Level (SC) or clearance stark discussion (e.
For further specifics, visit: security & clearance guidance (Leonardo)
Why Join Leonardo?
- The People Principle: We invest in your success with tailored wellbeing support, development opportunities, and work-life balance.
- Time to Recharge: Generous leave + flexi-days (up to 12 extra days annually).
- Secure Your Future: 15% employer-funded pension bonus via our award-winning scheme.
- Dynamic Benefits:
- Free mental health/financial advice.
- 4000+ Coursera and LinkedIn Learning courses.
- Recognised bonus scheme for all employees.
- £500 flexible benefit allowance (gym memberships, health insurance, tech offers, etc.).
- Hybrid/work-from-home flexibility.
For details, visit our benefits webpage.
About Leonardo
As a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, we shape innovation and global safety with 53,000+ employees worldwide. In the UK alone, we operate across 9 sites and empowerment through diversity: an inclusive workplace where ideas drive progress.
With Luton, Cap Green 300 as a primary site, applications are sought for a permanent, hybrid role.
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