At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cyber risk management to protect critical energy infrastructure and drive security transformation.
- Company: Join ScottishPower, a leader in renewable energy and part of the Iberdrola Group.
- Benefits: Enjoy 36 days annual leave, competitive salary, and unique perks like technology vouchers and electric vehicle schemes.
- Other info: Diverse opportunities and a commitment to inclusion and sustainability await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on cyber resilience while shaping the future of energy.
- Qualifications: Experience in cyber risk management and knowledge of industry frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001.
Salary: £59-74K (plus up to 15% bonus, 15% pension and private healthcare)
Location: Glasgow (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office)
Permanent, Full time
Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will need to be able to obtain NSV SC clearance – You will need to have lived continuously in the United Kingdom for a period of 5 years before being eligible to meet the Minimum Residency Criteria.
Help us create a better future, quicker
Are you ready to play a key role in securing critical energy infrastructure and supporting the transition to a cyber resilient future?
What You’ll Be Doing
We're looking for a Cyber Risk Lead to drive cyber risk management across onshore and offshore operations, helping protect business-critical IT and OT environments. You will lead the development and implementation of cyber risk frameworks, oversee the full risk lifecycle, and ensure risks are identified, assessed and effectively managed across the organisation and supply chain.
What You’ll Bring
Working within a global and ambitious cyber security function, you'll collaborate with senior stakeholders, security specialists, legal teams, regulators and external partners to strengthen resilience, support NIS compliance and contribute to a major security transformation programme running through to 2027. This is a strategic role where you'll provide expert guidance on cyber governance, risk and regulatory requirements, influence decision making at senior level, and help embed a strong risk culture across the business. You'll also be responsible for reporting risk exposure, reviewing cyber incidents, evaluating control effectiveness and driving continuous improvement. We're looking for an experienced cyber risk professional with a strong background in governance, risk management and supply chain security. Knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001 and CIS Controls is essential, while experience within energy, OT or renewable environments would be highly beneficial. If you're a confident communicator who can build trusted relationships, influence stakeholders and thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
What’s in it for you
- 36 days annual leave
- Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
- Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
- Payroll giving and charity matched funding
- Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
- Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
- Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
- Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
- Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
- Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.
Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.
ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.
Cyber Risk Lead in Glasgow employer: Iberdrola SA
Iberdrola SA is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow where innovation meets sustainability. With a competitive salary and extensive benefits including 36 days of annual leave and family medical insurance, employees are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance. The company fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, providing ample opportunities for professional development while contributing to meaningful projects that shape a sustainable future.
