Synthetic Environment Network Security Engineer

About Nova Systems International

Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.
What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective.
We are Smart People solving Complex Challenges.

About the opportunity 

You’ll be part of a core team leading or supporting UK Defence Modelling & Simulation Programmes, dependent on experience. Working with the appropriate Nova Systems teams to enable and support our customers to achieve Security classification approval (previously referred to as accreditation) of their Simulation and Synthetic Training systems.

There will be a requirement to travel to client sites, these may include: Lincoln, Farnborough and Bristol areas.

What are we looking for? 

• Demonstrable experience and current knowledge of using JSP 440 and JSP 604 to achieve security approval (accreditation) and Authority to Operate (ATO) for IT/CIS systems in a MOD environment (preferably in a Training Environment and using Modelling and Simulation Tools).
• Knowledge of Secure By Design principles and implementation.
• Knowledge of network protocols and architectures
• SC security clearance
• UK National and ability to attain DV security clearance.
• Ability to frequently travel to client sites.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes

• Understanding of secure coding practices
• DV security clearance
• Knowledge of encryption algorithms and cryptographic protocols Modelling & Simulation experience
• Simulation Interoperability Standards including DIS and HLA.
• Experience using programming languages and scripting (i.e. C++, C#, Java, Python).
• Experience using, or understanding of COTS simulation, gaming products or specialist simulation tools including VR Forces, VBS2/3/4, MS Flight Sim, Prepar3d, Unity, Unreal, Xplane, FlightGear

Training and on-the-job development in the specific area of Modelling and Simulation would be available for a suitable candidate.

What’s in it for me?
In addition to salary, you will be supported with:

• Flexible working conditions to suit individual needs and dress for your day
• 25 days of Annual Leave per year
• Up to 7% contributory pension
• Generous allowance for Personal and Professional Development (+ 5 days of study leave)
• Commitment to Health & Wellbeing (Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members)
• Private Medical Insurance
• An inclusive and supportive culture
• Reward & Recognition Program
• A range of other great benefits, just ask us!

Interested?
If you are interested in a position and think you would be a good fit, please submit an application with your CV and covering letter attached. Salary range based on experience.

We are committed to increasing diversity of staff within Nova Systems International and within the aerospace and engineering sector as a whole. We welcome applications from everyone who meets the requirements of the role descriptions and we are committed to equal opportunity, equal treatment and respect for every individual. We offer, and value, flexible working and we are also proud to be committed to mental health awareness and to actively supporting the wellbeing of our team. If you have special access requirements, please do let us know.