Cyber Security Officer
CompanyRheinmetall
Location
Newport, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At3/14/2026
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Description
What We Are Looking For
Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd (REUK) is a defence supplier with an international customer base.
The company is building upon the commercial success achieved to date and now needs to appoint a Cyber Security Officer.
Working as part of the REUK team and reporting to the Head of IT and Facilities, this role will be responsible for agreeing and implementing the Cyber Security Policy for the company, including day-to-day management and support of the company’s IT and communications security infrastructure.
We are seeking an experienced IT security professional with demonstrable experience working within either Central Government and/or the Defence Sector, to maintain, operate, and manage an ISO 27001 / NIS2 accredited landscape, comprising both main sites/offices and remote a workforce.
The ideal candidate will have worked in a similar role within either Central Government and/or the Defence Sector, which will have provided deep knowledge and hands-on experience with operating and maintaining ISO 27001 / NIS2 compliant environments.
This role will be responsible in ensuring the stability, security, and the effectiveness of the company’s cyber security operations.
REUK is also a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rheinmetall Group and is called upon to offer in-house expertise and comment on Division or even Group level IT and communications topics, from a UK perspective.
Required Skills
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd (REUK) is a defence supplier with an international customer base.
The company is building upon the commercial success achieved to date and now needs to appoint a Cyber Security Officer.
Working as part of the REUK team and reporting to the Head of IT and Facilities, this role will be responsible for agreeing and implementing the Cyber Security Policy for the company, including day-to-day management and support of the company’s IT and communications security infrastructure.
We are seeking an experienced IT security professional with demonstrable experience working within either Central Government and/or the Defence Sector, to maintain, operate, and manage an ISO 27001 / NIS2 accredited landscape, comprising both main sites/offices and remote a workforce.
The ideal candidate will have worked in a similar role within either Central Government and/or the Defence Sector, which will have provided deep knowledge and hands-on experience with operating and maintaining ISO 27001 / NIS2 compliant environments.
This role will be responsible in ensuring the stability, security, and the effectiveness of the company’s cyber security operations.
REUK is also a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rheinmetall Group and is called upon to offer in-house expertise and comment on Division or even Group level IT and communications topics, from a UK perspective.
Required Skills
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Must have professional experience in cyber security, information security, or similar security assurance role.
- Eligibility for UK security clearance (SC/DV) is essential.
- Working knowledge of:
- ISO 27001 compliance and ISMS operations
- NIS2 requirements and security governance
- Secure by Design principles and secure development practices
- Understanding of modern security technologies (SIEM, EDR, IAM, cloud security, network security)
Desirable Skills
We want REUK to be the employer you choose to build your career with. We have lots of opportunity to grow as our business continues to grow.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.
We are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Community. We welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military spouses and partners.
We are passionate about finding the right people to join us and we want you to be proud to work with us. Our vision is to become a recognised and respected solution provider while delivering high-technology, high reliability & high-quality products and systems.
- ISO 27001 Internal Auditor or Lead Implementer training.
- Experience working within the defence, aerospace, government, or critical national infrastructure sectors (preferred).
- Relevant certifications such as Security+, GSEC, CISMP, CCSP, or similar.
- Knowledge of defence‑specific security standards (e.g., JSP, NIST frameworks, DEFCON).
- Familiarity with secure software development practices or DevSecOps environments.
- Strategic thinking – Guides teams and aligns IT security strategy with organisational goals
- Communication and Stakeholder Management – Able to translate technical concepts and able to build relationships
- Collaboration – Fosters a positive, collaborative team culture
- Problem Solving and Innovation – Tackles challenges creatively and drives continuous improvement
- Adaptability and Resilience – Thrives in fast-changing environments and remains composed under pressure.
We want REUK to be the employer you choose to build your career with. We have lots of opportunity to grow as our business continues to grow.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.
We are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Community. We welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military spouses and partners.
We are passionate about finding the right people to join us and we want you to be proud to work with us. Our vision is to become a recognised and respected solution provider while delivering high-technology, high reliability & high-quality products and systems.
- 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
- Flexible Working
- 4-times Death-in-Service Scheme (3 months of service)
To apply, please submit your CV to hr_reuk@rheinmetall.com