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Location Waterside, British Airways Head Office, London

British Airways never stops moving forward. We thrive on change and are constantly evolving to make sure we lead the way in a rapidly changing world. Our next mission is to become the world’s most trusted data-driven digital airline - a transformation that’s being led by our Digital, Tech & Data teams.

This is your chance to work on innovative projects that will disrupt the airline industry - maybe even years before they become visible to our colleagues and customers.

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Reference 9771 Closing date 31/7/2024 Brand British Airways Career area Head Office Business area Digital, Technology & Data Contract type Permanent Full Time Location Waterside, British Airways Head Office, London Download job description


Job Description

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

Role: Principal Cyber Architect

Are you ready to lead from the forefront of cyber security innovation in the aviation industry? As a Principal Cyber Architect at British Airways, you'll be instrumental in shaping and executing cutting-edge cyber security strategies. Collaborate closely with BA Tech Delivery Teams, the BA Cyber Team, and the International Airline Group Cyber Security Office to fortify our operations against emerging threats and ensure resilience in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do:

  • Set Strategic Direction: Develop and implement game-changing strategies that redefine cyber security at British Airways.
  • Security Design Leadership: Champion and justify robust security designs across diverse projects and technologies.
  • Innovative Solutions: Research and implement groundbreaking security architectures, effectively communicating your visionary decisions.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across BA and International Airline Group departments.
  • Architectural Design: Design and review complex system architectures, crafting reference models and guiding principles.
  • Domain Expertise: Take ownership of critical cyber capability domains within our organization.
  • Collaboration: Partner closely with BA’s Cyber Assurance and agile product teams to drive collective success.
  • Governance Representation: Represent BA Cyber architecture on key technical governance groups.
  • Strategy Contribution: Shape BA’s enterprise cyber architecture strategy and steer its future roadmap.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay at the forefront of emerging security technologies, threats, and best practices.
  • Security Enhancements: Evaluate and recommend proactive security measures to meet evolving risks and industry standards.

What You’ll Bring to British Airways:

  • Skills/Capabilities: Expertise in high-complexity security concepts, adept at stakeholder management, and skilled in producing and reviewing technical cyber design resources.
  • Core Traits: Proactive, collaborative, and innovative, ready to adapt to a changing threat landscape and excel in complex environments.
  • Your Experience: Essential cyber architecture qualifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF) preferred. Hands-on cyber design/architecture experience in large enterprises. Proficiency in Agile methodologies; familiarity with aviation systems is advantageous.

What we offer:

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

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Success Profile

It takes something special to work for our airline. Here are some of the qualities we look for in our Cabin Crew.

  • Collaborative
  • Analytical
  • Proactive
  • Curious
  • Ambitious
  • Strategic
Why british airways

Why British Airways?

At British Airways, we don’t just care about our customers, we care about each other too. That means empowering our exceptional colleagues to push original ideas forward and making them feel truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. We trust our people to help us achieve our mission, celebrating each other’s successes and inspiring one another – particularly when things are a little bit harder than normal. We also believe in investing in our talent. That why we offer colleagues a range of tailored learning opportunities, helping you to manage your own career path in a way that feels right for you.

Career Path

  • Career progression Clear career paths and promotion requirements are shared transparently.
  • Development support Dedicated People Manager focused solely on your development and career.
  • Learning Access to DataCamp and other online courses to unlock your technical prowess.
  • Qualifications Technical accreditations and certifications to validate your skills.
    Training External training and conferences to network, collaborate and learn.
  • Talent programme Our Top Talent programme recognises and further strengthens our top performers.
    Leadership training Our Better Leader programme is designed to help progress your career.
  • Internal mobility Opportunities to move across product teams and experience new content.
Dirk J.

We’re creating new products that will define the next generation of airline operations and retail experiences, including the products and experiences we offer, how we manage our aircraft and crew, and how we use advanced analytics to enhance the way we interact with our customers. Here at British Airways, we thrive on change, operate on trust, and commit to our people. Join us as we transform the way we fly the skies together

Dirk J.

Chief Digital & Transformation Officer

Rewards & Benefits

Staff travel

Staff travel

You’ll get access to discounted ‘Hotline’ tickets for yourself, friends, and family, along with unlimited standby and premium standby fares for you and your nominees.

Pension

Pension

We offer a market-leading defined contribution (DC) pension. Enrolled at 2% employee contributions, with an option to increase, and up to 7% employer contributions depending on your role.

Flexible benefits

Flexible benefits

Choose from benefits including critical illness cover, childcare vouchers, cycle to work, additional life insurance cover, private medical insurance, dental plan, and healthcare cash plan.

Electric car scheme

Electric car scheme

Colleagues can access a brand new, fully maintained and insured electric car for a fixed monthly amount. Available through salary sacrifice offering tax and NI savings. You’ll be eligible for this benefit after 12 months.

Gymflex

Gymflex

We’ll pay the cost of an annual membership upfront, which will then be deducted from your pay over 12 months. Colleagues on a permanent contract will be eligible for this benefit after three months.

Heathrow Express

Heathrow Express

Whether you are commuting to Heathrow or heading off on holiday, you’ll be entitled to buy Express Saver tickets with a 75% discount.

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