Cyber Security Analyst, Aviation Security

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Description

As a Cyber Security Analyst – Aviation, you will play a key role in safeguarding regulated aviation security systems and protecting critical infrastructure that underpins safe and secure aviation operations.

Working within a specialist security unit, you will undertake detailed analysis, technical evaluations and assurance activities to strengthen resilience across aviation environments. You will promote a Secure by Design approach across programmes and ensure compliance with aviation regulatory requirements, including the protection of computer rooms and data centres.

Responsibilities

Cyber Security Oversight:

• Assess, monitor, and enhance the resilience of regulated aviation security systems to ensure they meet security requirements and compliance standards.

Stakeholder Liaison & Collaboration:

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, external aviation authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment on security best practices and standards.

Secure by Design:

• Champion "Secure by Design" principles across the organisation to ensure that security is integrated at all stages of system development and implementation.

Risk Management & Incident Response:

• Contribute to the risk management process to identify potential threats to aviation security systems and proactively mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ cyber security experience within aviation, a regulated environment or Critical National Infrastructure
• Experience working with aviation authorities or regulatory bodies in compliance-driven environments
• Hands-on involvement in securing critical infrastructure, including computer rooms and data centres
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across technical and operational teams
• Strong understanding of aviation cyber security systems, regulatory frameworks and industry standards
• Practical experience embedding Secure by Design principles into architecture and delivery
• Confident communicator able to engage with engineers, senior stakeholders and regulators
• Solid grasp of cyber security controls, risk management frameworks and modern security technologies