Cyber Security Engineer-1

Overview

In this role you protect critical IT and OT systems in a renewable energy setting, acting as a security adviser across projects and operations. You’ll embed security across processes and technologies while leading risk, incident response, and disaster recovery efforts. You work with cross-functional teams to strengthen cyber resilience and support SCADA/OT environments. This role offers a meaningful chance to impact the security of essential energy infrastructure within a global group.

Pay / Benefits

• 36 days annual leave
• Pension scheme with 10% company contribution match
• Private medical insurance
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Technology vouchers
• Electric Vehicle schemes

Responsibilities

• Manage cyber risk and incident response; oversee disaster recovery planning and access governance
• Drive third‑party assurance and cyber awareness initiatives
• Maintain and enhance the Cyber Management System; provide expert guidance to operations and projects
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations
• Identify emerging threats and assess security controls across OT/SCADA environments
• Collaborate with colleagues across ScottishPower and Iberdrola to share best practices and strengthen resilience

Key requirements

• Cyber security experience with solid understanding of security principles, risk management, and IT infrastructure
• Knowledge or exposure to Operational Technology, SCADA environments, and security frameworks (NIS CAF, ISO 27001, IEC 62443) would be beneficial
• Strong communication, collaborative mindset, and ability to work autonomously
• Experience with incident response, change management, governance processes, and cyber resilience
• Professional certifications such as CISSP or CISM are advantageous; SIEM/SOAR experience desirable
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance

• Strong communication
• Collaborative approach
• Autonomy
• OT/SCADA security
• Cyber risk management
• Incident response

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