Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant, (Power Generation/Transmission and Distribution)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant. This role involves developing security solutions for critical national infrastructure, ensuring cybersecurity governance, and requiring extensive knowledge in OT systems. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in OT cybersecurity and a strong understanding of the UK's electricity generation sector. The position offers a full-time contract with opportunities for flexible working.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in OT Cybersecurity within Critical National Infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of the UK electricity generation, transmission, and distribution industries.
• Experience in the design and implementation of Protection and Control Systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity assessment methodologies for complex OT systems.
• Specify and implement robust security risk management processes.
• Design and conduct security testing of OT cybersecurity solutions.

Skills

OT Cybersecurity experience

Understanding of UK electricity generation

Design and implementation of Protection and Control Systems

Experience in security engineering

Knowledge of networking technologies

Familiarity with cybersecurity standards

Ability to articulate business benefits of security

Job description

Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant - Electricity Transmission and Distribution

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Exciting opportunities to join our growing team of Cyber Security professionals to work on a range of projects for our diverse client portfolio that covers Critical National Infrastructure industries such as Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Rail, Aviation, Highways, Water, Energy and Defence. As an integral part of our team developing and delivering solutions that address our client’s critical challenges when supporting digitalisation and security, you will provide support across the full spectrum of security engineering activities, including design, development, integration, delivery and in‑service support of complex technical projects.

Utilising your indepth and sound knowledge of the UK power generation, transmission, and distribution industries, your remit and responsibilities will include

• Develop cybersecurity assessment methodologies, as well as security requirements, architecture, and designs for complex OT systems.
• Specify and implement robust security risk management processes and support accreditation activities in collaboration with clients and regulatory authorities.
• Design, develop, implement, and conduct security testing of OT cybersecurity solutions for control systems.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert, providing cybersecurity governance and assurance for OT solutions.
• Conduct Security Reviews and Audits.
• Provide technical support to Business Development activities when required and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Proven experience in OT Cybersecurity within Critical National Infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of the UK electricity generation, transmission, and distribution industries.
• Experience in the design and implementation of Protection and Control Systems within the electricity sector (e.g. power plants, substations, HVDC control systems).
• Experience in security engineering and associated technologies (e.g. Endpoint Protection, IDS, Firewalls) across IT and OT environments, with a working knowledge of networking technologies.
• Familiarity with implementing standards and frameworks such as the NIS Directive, IEC 62443, ISO 27000 series, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), Technical Assessment Guides, and related guidance.
• Ability to articulate the business benefits of a threat‑based, risk‑informed security approach, empowering business risk owners to make appropriate and proportionate decisions.
• Understanding of design principles with a focus on operational safety and the security of operational environments.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

Location

Wrotham, England, United Kingdom

Disability confident employer

We are a disability confident employer and will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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