Job Description

Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. Client, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and space. With major operations in the UK, Client is at the forefront of innovation in aviation and technology. With operations in commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense systems, and space exploration, Client employs over 130,000 people worldwide.
Job Title: Senior IT Security Specialist Cyber Security Innovation (AI/ML)
Location: Newport, UK
Duration: 12 Months
Work Type: Hybrid
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Role Overview
Client Corporate Digital Security is seeking a Senior IT Security Specialist with deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning applied to Cyber Security.
This role sits within the Cyber Security Innovation team and focuses on cutting-edge research, innovation, and solution development for complex cyber security challenges where no off-the-shelf solutions currently exist.
The successful candidate will combine strong academic grounding with applied research, innovation delivery, and stakeholder collaboration across Client and external partners.
Key Responsibilities

• Cyber Security Innovation & Research
• Conduct state-of-the-art research in AI/ML-driven cyber security topics.
• Identify emerging threats, technology gaps, and innovation opportunities.
• Design, prototype, and internally promote innovative cyber security solutions.
• Publish outputs including technical reports, white papers, patents, and academic articles.

Coordination & Collaboration

• Coordinate cyber security innovation activities across client to ensure alignment.
• Build and maintain strong internal networks with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Represent the Digital Security Office in internal and external forums, conferences, and events.
• Participate in group-wide cyber innovation steering bodies.

Consultancy & Expert Services

• Provide expert consultancy on AI/ML cyber security topics across client business units.
• Support internal projects by ensuring cyber security innovation considerations are embedded.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding of innovation projects for optimal resource utilisation.

External Engagement & Academia

• Collaborate with academic and industry partners, providing industrial guidance.
• Support external innovation agreements and partnerships.
• Contribute to academic and joint funding proposals.
• Maintain awareness of commercially available solutions and emerging technologies.

Academic Qualifications
Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related field.
• Recent PhD or Master's degree with a focus on Cyber Security of AI/ML.

Advantage

• Professional cyber security training or certifications.
• Formal education or certification in cyber security disciplines.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Skills Required