Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant - Electricity Transmission and Distribution in Musselburgh

At Jacobs, we are 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.

Your impact: 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. In this role 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 in-depth 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: Applications are eagerly sought from candidates with a blend of the following skills, experience and attributes:

• 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.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging.

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