Req ID: 58732
Job Function: Service
Posting Start Date: 15/06/2026
Posting End Date: 24/06/2026
Division: UK Business
Job Location: GBR Bristol CTRL TE
Advertised Salary: Competitive + Benefits
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Recruiter: Jayson Coley-Wynters
Career Grade: E
Closing Date: 24th June 2026
Location: Bristol/ Chippenham
About the role
The BT Defence security team have an exciting new role available, operating and supporting secure practices for new and existing contracts. This will suit seasoned professionals or emergent talent, giving the opportunity for the right person to bring their experience and fresh ideas to the table. You’ll learn from those around you and be part of a friendly team, safeguarding the security interests of BT and our highly valued customer.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide general security advice and promote best practice, giving direction to internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage personnel security for multiple contracts in the Defence sector.
- Support the delivery and maintenance of our ISO27001 certification.
- Support security audits and obligations management, understanding the importance of evidence to demonstrate compliance.
- Support security investigations and remediation, applying discretion and respecting the need for confidentiality.
Essential Skills / Experience
- Hold or be capable of achieving and maintaining the required security clearance (minimum SC).
- Keen interest in security management.
- Confident and assured in upskilling to become an SME within the BT Defence security team.
- Enquiring mind, thirst for knowledge, and willingness to learn and upskill quickly.
- Understand the importance of maintaining awareness of our evolving security and threat landscape.
- Approachable and able to work with (and provide security support to) other teams.
Desirable Skills / Experience
- Have knowledge and experience of ISO27001
- Have worked in a security led environment
- Be experienced in working in major public industry sectors e.g. Defence (MoD) and/or HM Government departments or agencies.
- Have knowledge and experience with MoD JSP440/490/453, Cyber Security Model and Defence policies such as DEFCON 658 and DEFSTAN 05-138
Our Package
- Competitive salary and on-target bonus plan
- Flexible and smart working
- Training and development opportunities
- Competitive share options and pension scheme
- Access to discounts on BT & EE products
- 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays)
- 3 days paid volunteering a year
- Weekly Hours: 37.5
- Salary: Level E
- Position Type: Full-time
- Contract: Permanent
With over 180 years of heritage, BT Business has brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers in the UK
We’re a leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.
We are Customer-First Challengers, who are Committed, Clear and Connected. We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.
As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.
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