Latest National Security Jobs

Senior Cyber Security Engineer (AI Safety)

Why Faculty?We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform their performance through human-centric AI. You can read about...

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Assistant - Human Influence

The role involves designing and running studies to understand how frontier AI systems influence human attitudes and behavior, focusing on risks to human agency and wellbeing. You will work with top technical talent, run large-scale RCTs, and have the opportunity to lead or co-author publications.

AI Security Institute London, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Part-time

Technical Programme Manager, Chem-Bio

This role involves structuring and managing high-impact research programmes at the intersection of AI, chemistry, and biology, ensuring technically rigorous and policy-relevant outcomes. The Technical Programme Manager will work closely with researchers to define tractable projects, unblock progress, and coordinate with government partners on sensitive technical engagements. It is a unique position combining research strategy, technical coordination, and operational execution within a classified, high-stakes environment.

AI Security Institute London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Director, Defence - Sales - UK

What we’re all about.Do you ever have the urge to do things better than the last time? We do. And it’s this urge that drives us every day. Our environment of discovery and innovation means we’re able to create deep...

Quantexa London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Staff Technical Product Manager

This role involves owning the product roadmap and execution for critical defense and national security products, working closely with engineering and ML teams. You will design and ship AI-powered solutions, navigate unique defense constraints, and engage with senior technical and government stakeholders.

Scale AI United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Data Engineer - Gloucester

The role involves developing and managing mission-critical data pipelines that process large-scale, real-time, and unstructured data from diverse sources. The engineer will design ETL workflows, ensure data quality and security, and collaborate with cross-functional teams using distributed computing techniques. Work focuses on national security applications with a strong emphasis on data integration, modelling, and system optimisation within a secure environment.

Searchability NS&D Gloucester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Data Engineer

The Lead Data Engineer will develop mission-critical data solutions for National Security clients, working with cutting-edge technologies such as AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE, and Platform Engineering. Responsibilities include designing and implementing sophisticated data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and leading challenging conversations with teams and senior stakeholders.

Searchability NS&D Gloucester, United Kingdom £65,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Talent Partner, i.AI

This role involves leading end-to-end recruitment for high-impact AI roles within a fast-moving government incubator. You'll design candidate experiences, advise hiring teams, and improve talent processes in a mission-driven environment focused on public-sector AI innovation.

Incubator for AI London, United Kingdom £47,355 – £52,090 pa

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Electro-Mechanical & Repairs Team Leader

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Permanent

Senior Production Engineer Systems Integration

IntroductionSaab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab...

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Permanent

Automation Engineer

This role involves designing and developing automation solutions, CI/CD pipelines, and data workflows within a Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment. The engineer will drive AI-assisted engineering practices, build scalable cloud-based solutions using Azure, and create operational dashboards and reporting tools to enhance cyber defence capabilities. Collaboration with security and operational teams ensures continuous improvement in engineering standards and automation maturity.

Sopra Steria Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

IT Manager

This role involves building and securing a scalable, multi-location IT environment for a high-growth technology company operating in security-sensitive sectors. The IT Manager will lead the design and implementation of Microsoft 365, Intune, and Atlassian platforms, deploy new office technology, and ensure robust endpoint and identity management. It’s a strategic and hands-on position influencing both operational resilience and long-term technology strategy.

Ncounter South East England, United Kingdom £70,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Research Scientist - AI Safety

The Principal Research Scientist for AI Safety will lead Faculty's research team, focusing on large language models and safety-critical AI systems. Responsibilities include setting the research agenda, overseeing projects, publishing findings, and mentoring a growing team. The role involves collaborating on high-risk evaluations and positioning Faculty as a thought leader in AI safety.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal AI Sales Specialist - UK Central Government & Transport, UK Public Sector

This role involves leading high-impact AI sales engagements across UK Central Government and transport organisations, driving adoption of AWS AI services such as Amazon Bedrock and Quick Suite. The specialist shapes go-to-market strategy, develops use cases in citizen services, national security, and infrastructure, and navigates public sector procurement frameworks. Working closely with senior leaders and technical teams, they translate AI capabilities into tangible public sector outcomes around efficiency, resilience, and service transformation.

Amazon London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Researcher

A Principal Researcher in the Unit 42 National Security team conducts end-to-end investigations into global cyber threats, focusing on adversary infrastructure, large-scale data analysis, and custom Internet scanning. The role involves developing intelligence products for government and commercial clients, building investigative tooling, and shaping research direction. The position requires deep technical expertise in networking, protocols, and threat intelligence, with a strong emphasis on innovation and cross-team collaboration.

Palo Alto Networks London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent Clearance Required