JASON MARVIN
Ash Vale
Summary
A highly accomplished Security Risk & Intelligence Specialist with over 15 years' experience in the UK Defence sector and private industry. Expert in bridging the gap between complex scientific data and operational security execution. Proven track record in conducting Physical Security Assurance, Predictive Threat Modelling, and National-Level Crisis Response. Awarded a Chief Scientist Commendation for technical excellence in high-stakes remediation. Currently formalizing extensive operational experience through the Level 5 Award in Security Risk Management Consultancy (SRMC).
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR GEOSPATIAL ENGINEER
NORTHROP GRUMMAN UK
London
02.2024 - Current
- Security Compliance: Spearheaded a critical security audit for cloud resources against legal and corporate standards, achieving a 9% uplift in compliance (90% total) for secure private networks.
- Technical Infrastructure: Managing secure AWS cloud environments for government customers, ensuring 'Security by Design' principles are applied to all infrastructure-as-code deployments.
- Risk Mitigation: Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for internal security audits, bridging the gap between technical AWS engineering and corporate security policy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, integrating engineering expertise with other areas of knowledge to achieve common goals.
SENIOR GIS ANALYST / TEAM LEAD
8 ENGINEER BRIGADE HQ
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Intelligence Support: Project managed GEOINT delivery to senior stakeholders, supporting high-stakes Defence operations and physical site placement.
- Strategic Visualization: Championed the implementation of PowerBI and ArcGIS Online to provide senior management with a real-time 'Common Operational Picture' of global security commitments.
- Leadership: Mentored junior analysts in advanced spatial techniques, ensuring the quality and accuracy of threat assessment products.
GEOSPATIAL DATA ANALYST / DATA MANAGER
42 ENGINEER REGIMENT
01.2017 - 01.2020
- CBRN Remediation (Salisbury): Engineered the technical sampling strategy and visual guides for chemical remediation (as detailed above).
- Site Placement & Risk: Provided sole geospatial analysis for division-sized training exercises, directly impacting troop movement and site placement to reduce the risk profile for personnel and assets.
GEOSPATIAL DATA ANALYST
NCGI, DEFENCE INTELLIGENCE
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Strategic Asset Protection: Utilized Line-of-Sight (LoS) modelling and ISTAR integration to eliminate perimeter vulnerabilities for strategic bases.
- Operational Decision Support: Delivered situational briefs for visiting dignitaries and senior officials, creating a universal understanding of the threat landscape.
Education
Level 5 Award - Security Risk Management Consultancy (SRMC)
Frontier Risks Group
04.2026 -
FdSc - Applied Computer Science (GIS)
Sheffield Hallam University
Skills
- Physical Security Audits
- Threat Modelling
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Line-of-Sight (LoS) Analysis
- Integrated Sensor Placement
- CCTV/ISR Optimization
- NPSA-aligned Protective Security
- Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) planning
- Predictive Analytics
- Pattern of Life Analysis
- ArcGIS (Advanced)
- Power BI
- Python
- AWS
Affiliations
- The Security Institute (SyI), Associate Member (Candidate)
- Register of Chartered Security Professionals, Future Path
Custom Section
- Risk Assurance: Physical Security Audits, Threat Modelling, Vulnerability Assessments (SRA).
- Technical Design: Line-of-Sight (LoS) Analysis, Integrated Sensor Placement, CCTV/ISR Optimization.
- Security by Design: NPSA-aligned Protective Security, Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) planning.
- Data-Led Intelligence: Predictive Analytics, Pattern of Life Analysis, Footfall & Flow Metrics.
- Technical Stack: ArcGIS (Advanced), Power BI, Python (Security Automation), AWS.
Timeline
Level 5 Award - Security Risk Management Consultancy (SRMC)
Frontier Risks Group
04.2026 -
SENIOR GEOSPATIAL ENGINEER
NORTHROP GRUMMAN UK
02.2024 - Current
SENIOR GIS ANALYST / TEAM LEAD
8 ENGINEER BRIGADE HQ
01.2020 - 03.2024
GEOSPATIAL DATA ANALYST / DATA MANAGER
42 ENGINEER REGIMENT
01.2017 - 01.2020
GEOSPATIAL DATA ANALYST
NCGI, DEFENCE INTELLIGENCE
01.2008 - 01.2017
FdSc - Applied Computer Science (GIS)
Sheffield Hallam University