Principal Consultant

NCC Group plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cyber security consultancy is seeking a Principal OT Consultant in Manchester to protect critical infrastructure. The role involves providing advanced Cyber Security Assurance to clients, mentoring junior consultants, and translating technical findings into actionable roadmaps. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, with industry experience in delivering OT projects within critical environments. A commitment to professional development and a supportive work culture is offered, along with flexible working and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Pension and life assurance

Generous parental leave

Wellness programmes

Learning & development opportunities

Employee referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in controls systems engineering or industrial engineering.
• Experience delivering OT projects in critical infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, consulting, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Protect critical infrastructure by providing advanced Cyber Security Assurance.
• Translate complex technical findings into actionable roadmaps.
• Mentor junior consultants and support sales activities.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Consulting proficiency

Job description

**Location: Manchester****Role Purpose:** As a Principal OT Consultant in NCC Group's Global OT Consulting and Implementation (C&I) division, you'll be at the forefront of **protecting critical infrastructure**. Your role is pivotal in providing advanced Cyber Security Assurance and Engineering to suppliers, owners, and operators, helping them safeguard essential processes and equipment. project teams, build and maintain trusted client relationships, and spearhead assessments. You'll translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable roadmaps and ensure adherence to internal policies. Moreover, you'll play a key role in supporting sales activities and mentoring junior consultants, contributing to our collective growth. You will also work closely with the OT Practice Director to expand our global engineering capabilities, which includes remote and on-site work in industrial environments like manufacturing, energy generation, oil & gas, and transportation systems.This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced cyber security professionals to leverage their skills to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions and foster enduring client relationships.**What we are looking for in you:** **Analytical Abilities:** **Operational & Communication Skills:** **Excellent communication, consulting, and presentation skills**, with exceptional written reporting abilities. Possess practical experience as a controls systems engineer or in industrial engineering, with a strong **Desired Skills and Qualifications:** **Industry Experience:** Have delivered OT projects within a critical infrastructure client environment. **Consulting Proficiency:** Demonstrate proficiency in working collaboratively with customers in high-value, fast-paced engagements. Possess work experience in an operational environment, with a background in Safety.* Enabling Performance.**At NCC Group, your mission is to help create a more secure digital future. You’ll work on high-impact projects, cutting-edge research, and real-world security challenges. We partner with some of the world’s most innovative companies and we want you to be part of that journey.****You’ll join a global team of specialists who thrive on solving complex problems. We invest in your development and well-being, and we’ve built an environment where you can grow, professionally, personally, and technically.****We balance high performance with world-class well-being benefits, including:*** **** **Flexible working*** **** **Pension, life assurance, share save scheme*** **** **Generous parental leave*** **** **Community & volunteering programmes*** **** **Green car scheme*** **** **Cycle to work scheme*** **** **Wellness programmes*** **** **Learning & development opportunities*** **** **Employee referral bonuses****If this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.*** **Click apply to submit your CV and cover letter.*** **Or email us at [e-mail].****Your Application:****We review every application. If your profile matches, we’ll be in touch. If not, don’t be discouraged, we may keep your details for future roles. If you prefer we don’t, just email us to opt out.*****Note: This role requires pre-employment background checks (BS7858 screening) due to the nature of the work.***