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Job Description Job Title: Project Security Officer - Submarines Working Pattern: 37 Hours/ Days Working location: Derby/ Raynesway An exciting opportunity for a Project Security Officer has arisen within the Safety, Security & Licensee Authority Business (SSLA), in Nuclear (Submarines), working in the Security Infrastructure Team. The aim of the role is to lead and be accountable for overseeing all aspects of security relating to assigned Infrastructure Projects. This includes ensuring the security and safety of personnel, property, and information, and maintaining compliance with government policies, company policies, and client requirements. The role involves undertaking threat assessments, implementation of security protocols, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. In your role you will report to the Security Infrastructure Manager, and you will play a leading role within a wider team of project delivery and will be a primary point of contact for the provision of security support, advice and assurance for the RRSL Infrastructure programme. What we offer We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week. What you will be doing: Develop appropriate security standards in maintaining compliance with the relevant Rolls-Royce and Government security polices and regulations: Gov 007, Joint Service Publication’s. Undertake risk-based assurance, including compliance with legal and other requirements for infrastructure works and construction activities. Monitor progress and support business leaders to deliver their assurance plans. Interpret, communicate and drive action on trends and insights. Use assurance findings to improve risk management. Ensure all facility designs and functionality are understood, captured, and aligned to specified security requirements. Develop and maintain Security Operational requirements. Liaising with the Facility Project Management Team, maintain an accurate project plan for the implementation of security infrastructure and procedures during the construction phase up to approval and commissioning through the Business Requirements Documents process. Co-ordinate training and familiarisation of the facilities for the Security Operations team to ensure security arrangements and contingency plans are fit for purpose. Develop and implement the Contractor Security Management Plan to ensure the effective control of contractors whilst working on the facilities. Ensure the effective control of classified information, documentation and plans in accordance with RR and Government policies and regulations. Maintain awareness of current and future changes in government and company guidance or legislation that may impact on the local operating procedures and security instructions. Position Qualifications: Significant experience gained in previous project management role (Project Lead), or experience gained within a relevant discipline, preferably on project work (Project Controller).. Strong knowledge of security and risk management best practices, standards, and governance requirements. Able to multi-task and manage projects simultaneously. Additional desirable qualifications/experience: MOD formal security training and experience desirable. Experience with physical, electronic and technical security is desirable. Experience and understanding of the Facility Security Clearance (FSC) process, formerly known as ‘List X, Facilities Project Model (FPM) Framework/ Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Plan of Work Stages. 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. For more 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 don’t 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. NGS: 7-10 Job Category Security and Resilience Posting Date 23 Jan 2026; 00:01 Posting End Date 05 Feb 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.