Security Operations Manager (EMEA)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Security Operations Manager (EMEA) Full Time Bristol Why Rolls-Royce?
We have an excellent opportunity for a Security Operations Manager to join the Security Defence team in Bristol. Work with us and we’ll welcome you into an inclusive culture, one that invests in your continuous learning and development, and gives you access to a wide breadth and depth of experience. The Security Operations Manager reports directly to the Director Defence Security & Resilience and is the primary security point of contact in providing fundamental security support, advice and assurance across the Defence portfolio for the security of personnel, facility infrastructure, guarding services, security systems and audits in the UK and Internationally across the Rolls- Royce Defence programmes. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Your needs are as unique as you are. We encourage flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working wherever possible, so you can always be at your best - wherever and whenever you work. What you will be doing: With this exciting opportunity you will get a chance to:
- Act as the first point of contact for all security operational matters for all Defence programmes/locations requiring the protection of staff, assets, or facilities.
- Support the director Defence Security & Resilience to develop and maintain the physical, security systems, standards and accountability & governance procedures associated with all UK Defence programmes and facilities.
- Implement, maintain and coordinate all physical security assurance & governance for Defence programmes.
- Conduct assurance and advisory data collects, visits and coordination with Defence programmes assessing any risks based against security data provided by facilities, security reports or other intelligence.
- Experience of providing security support and assistance across a range of international locations and risk levels
- Experience of administration of databases and other reporting methods in conjunction with risk assessments, reporting and governance
- Experience of physical and security systems necessary to work with Government programmes.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Operations Manager (EMEA) roles across Rolls-Royce's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,718 - £75,756 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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