Technical Specialist & OT Cyber Power

Industrial Technology Systems Ltd (its); Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company in the North East is seeking a Technical Specialist in OT Cyber & Power. You will manage project delivery, focusing on solutions related to cyber security and high-voltage systems. Your responsibilities include leading a team, supporting pre-sales activities, and ensuring compliance with technical standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in IEC 62443 and IEC 61850, and a strong background in leadership and engineering principles, with opportunities for professional growth and further training.

Benefits

Up to 25 days of holidays

Health care available after 12 months

Pension enrolment after 3 months

Qualifications

• Full project lifecycle experience.
• Eligible for security clearance.
• Industrial networking and firewalls expertise.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for cyber security.
• Guide the delivery of complex OT Cyber and Power solutions.
• Support pre-sales, proposal, and tender preparation.

Skills

OT Cyber Security

Power Sector Expertise

Technical Documentation Skills

Leadership and Team Building

Project Management

Collaborative Mentoring

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in a relevant discipline

Tools

PLC/SCADA/DCS

IEC 62443

IEC 61850

ISO 27001

Job description

Technical Specialist – OT Cyber & Power (North East)

VACANCIES

Technical Specialist – OT Cyber & Power (North East)

Working closely with operational and sales teams in delivery and pre-sales, the role will guide and develop the solutions that ITS provide. As part of the role, the Technical Specialist will develop a team of engineers to deliver complex solutions in the areas of both OT Cyber and Power, with key skills in certifications such as IEC 62443 and IEC 61850.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Technical Leadership

Act as the technical lead for cyber security across all of ITS and support engineering teams and customers with subject matter expertise

Act as the technical lead for Transmission and Distribution related work supporting operational delivery with emphasis on high-voltage capability

Ensure compliance with standards and best practice

Support FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, and fault-finding

Provide technical assurance and reviews

Build and develop a team of engineers to deliver power sector projects

Pre-Sales, Bids & Tendering

Support pre-sales and solution development

Prepare tenders, proposals, and cost estimates

Mentor engineers and support skills development

Provide technical consultancy to colleagues and customers

Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence

Additional Info

Full project lifecycle experience

OT cyber security expertise

Technical documentation skills

Degree or HND/HNC in a relevant discipline

Eligible for security clearance

IEC 62443 / IEC 61850 / ISO 27001 knowledge

Industrial networking and firewalls

PLC/SCADA/DCS experience

Attributes

Adheres and champions our company core values – Accountability, Communication, Entrepreneurial, Inspiring and Team Player

Is commercially astute

Must be able to manage the production of all documentation relevant to their area of responsibility to a high standard

Must at all times seek to achieve the highest standards of professional behaviour when dealing with clients, and colleagues.

You will be a collaborative mentor, motivating others to develop technical capabilities.

Hardworking with a positive can-do attitude to delivery and learning new skills.

Our staff development ethos encourages team members to think laterally which results in better solutions for our customers. We recognise that to be able to retain the best engineers with up-to-the-minute skills, we need to invest in their development. We marry on-the-job experience with formal training and have an open management style – senior personnel are always available to discuss ideas.

The opportunity to progress your career within the team will be available to the right candidates.

Holidays up to 25 days; additional holidays are awarded for long service.

Enrolment into Pension after 3 months and health care is available after 12 months’ service.

The Company

Industrial Technology Systems Ltd (ITS) started trading in 1991 so with over 30 years' history you can see we are a stable company with a significant history to call upon. We are an Engineering company, owned and run by Engineers, with a strong long-term development strategy and a proven track record in good business acumen.

A significant number of our people have been with ITS for 10 or more years.

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