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OT Cyber Risk Assessment Engineer

Business Unit:  Electricity Transmission
Requisition Number:  5899

About us

 

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark.

 

National Grid is hiring for a OT Cyber Risk Assessment Engineer   - This position can be based from any of our main UK locations such as Warwick, Bristol, Derby, Leeds, Newcastle and West Weymouth. Hybrid/Flexible Working model.

 

(Visa and relocation package are not available for this role.)

Job Purpose

 
You will take the lead for cyber asset management across Electricity Transmission (ET), translating cyber security vulnerabilities into practical risk-managed decisions for OT (operational technology) environments. Working across engineering, projects and asset teams, you will ensure vulnerabilities and deviations from target state are identified, assessed and converted into clear policy, investment cases and mitigations so that ET’s critical network infrastructure is secured and resilient.



What you'll do

 

  • Lead development and implementation of National Grid ET’s vulnerability management process for OT devices.
  • Capture, assess and prioritise vulnerabilities and deviations from target state against an agreed risk framework.
  • Develop and maintain cyber security policies and technical specifications to reduce risk, raise cyber maturity and support compliance with the NIS Regulation.
  • Engage with projects and design teams to advise on cyber security requirements for OT devices and systems.
  • Communicate current risks and vulnerabilities to stakeholders through clear reporting and briefings.
  • Support the creation of engineering justifications and business cases for investments in additional cyber security controls.

About you

 

  • Hands-on experience with Operational Technology (OT) in a critical network infrastructure (CNI) environment.
  • Experience of Electricity Transmission substations, especially protection and control systems, is desirable.
  • Solid understanding of how cyber risks manifest in OT networks, devices and systems (distinct from IT cyber).
  • Experience applying risk assessment processes and frameworks to technical assets.
  • Familiarity with operational practices and lifecycle management for OT assets, including asset data and information requirements.
  • Experience introducing changes to technical specifications or policies for a technical audience.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills; able to explain technical changes to engineering and business stakeholders.
  • Able to work across engineering and business teams, influence decision-making and drive change.
  • Understandign of International cyber standards.
    • Familiarity with relevant international cyber standards such as IEC 62443 and IEC 62351 is desirable.

What you'll get

 

  • Salary: £54,000–£65,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
  • Discretionary annual bonus.
  • Contributory pension — employer matches employee contributions up to 12% of salary.
  • Flexible benefits including share incentive, salary‑sacrifice car and technology schemes, employee assistance and matched charity giving.

 

 Graduates with relevant risk management or cyber credentials are welcome to apply.

More Information

 

The closing date for this vacancy is 13th March. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

 

DE & I statement:

 

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value, and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, offering flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop, and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives, and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

 

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

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