Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant — Hybrid (Power Grid)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant to support critical national infrastructure in the power generation sector. The role involves developing security assessment methodologies, implementing robust risk management processes, and conducting security testing for OT systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in critical national infrastructure and a strong understanding of OT cybersecurity requirements. The position offers a full-time employment with a supportive and inclusive culture, along with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Critical National Infrastructure environments.
• Ability to articulate business benefits of threat-based security approaches.
• Understanding of operational safety and security design principles.
• Experience in security engineering with technologies like Endpoint Protection and Firewalls.
• Familiarity with NIS Directive, IEC 62443, and ISO 27000 series.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity assessment methodologies.
• Specify and implement security risk management processes.
• Design and test OT cybersecurity solutions.
• Provide governance and assurance for OT solutions.
• Conduct security reviews and audits.

Skills

Cybersecurity assessment methodologies

Risk management processes

Security testing

Subject Matter Expert in OT solutions

Technical support for business development

Knowledge of UK electricity sector

Job description

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant to support critical national infrastructure in the power generation sector. The role involves developing security assessment methodologies, implementing robust risk management processes, and conducting security testing for OT systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in critical national infrastructure and a strong understanding of OT cybersecurity requirements. The position offers a full-time employment with a supportive and inclusive culture, along with flexible working arrangements.