Gas Operations Cyber Officer (East region)

National Grid plc; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy company in the UK is seeking a Gas Operations Cyber Officer to provide technical expertise for operational technologies across Gas Transmission assets. This role requires delivering cyber advice, managing cyber-related systems, and ensuring safe operation of instrumentation. Candidates should possess an HNC qualification in control & instrumentation with significant relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and various employee benefits, promoting teamwork and safety compliance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus

Double-match pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible benefit scheme

Financial protection in case of illness or injury

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Inclusive and supportive workplace

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in gas transmission systems.
• In-depth knowledge of high-pressure gas transmission systems.
• Authorised as Authorising Engineer under SCO/91 & 94, and EL/96.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cyber advice and assurance according to regulations.
• Manage cyber-related systems as a data steward.
• Support commissioning of control & instrumentation assets.

Skills

Proactive and safety-conscious attitude

Strong leadership skills

Technical expertise in control & instrumentation systems

Strong communication skills

Education

HNC qualification in control & instrumentation

Job description

Gas Operations Cyber Officer (East region)

Location: Peterborough, GB, PE7 8FD

Company: National Gas

Requisition ID: 2321

Salary: £46,500 to £55,000 plus up to 6% bonus, overtime, standby allowance, and company car

Various operational sites across the East region of the UK. As this role covers the East region of the UK, we're looking for someone who's based within this area. You'll need to travel to our central hub in Peterborough and other operational sites across the East region, up to 5 days a week. Locations include: Bacton, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Diss, Hatton, Huntingdon, Kings Lynn, Peterborough, and Wisbech.

About us

National Gas is securing Britain's energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

As Gas Operations Cyber Officer, you'll provide dedicated technical expertise and support for operational technologies (OT) and cyber disciplines across Gas Transmission assets. You'll ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of instrumentation and control systems on terminals, compressor stations, power stations, industrial offtakes, pipelines, and AGIs within a defined geographic area of the national transmission system.

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver cyber advice and assurance in line with IEC/ISA62443 and NIS Regulations, covering cyber asset management, test laptops, BCDR, and backups.
• Act as a technical peer reviewer for cyber-related policies, procedures, and statutory documents.
• Support field teams with cyber-related OT activities to optimise asset reliability and performance.
• Manage cyber-related systems as a data steward, ensuring software licensing, backups, security, and black start recovery arrangements.
• Deliver local technical training and support the development of cyber training courses.
• Ensure safe work practices under SCO procedures, authorising permission documents and conducting safety inspections.
• Support commissioning of new control & instrumentation assets and identify upgrade needs, including business case preparation.
• Manage minor capex projects and OT equipment replacements/modifications.
• Contribute to Formal Process Safety Assessments including HAZOP, HAZID, and risk workshops.
• Participate in a standby rota once fully trained, as and when required depending on site requirements.

About you

You’ll be proactive and safety-conscious with strong leadership and communication skills. You’ll thrive in collaborative environments, promoting teamwork across field teams, project groups, and contractors. You’ll have the ability to influence, and support others, ensuring high standards of technical delivery and safety compliance.

Key requirements & experience

• HNC qualification (or equivalent) in control & instrumentation, with significant relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, company standards, and instructions.
• In-depth knowledge of high-pressure gas transmission systems and associated plant.
• Technical expertise in control & instrumentation systems across transmission assets.
• Authorised as Authorising Engineer under SCO/91 & 94, and EL/96.
• Competent under Safety & Technical Competency Framework.
• Full UK car driving licence.

Security clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Double-match pension scheme (max. company contribution 12%)
• Generous holiday allowance (26 days + bank holidays)
• Flexible benefit scheme, incl. private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, and more
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long-term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions such as maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Professional development opportunities inc. financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.