Salary: £46,000 - 75,000 per year Requirements: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues in OT or industrial environments Experience with industrial networking and cybersecurity fundamentals, including segmentation, access control, and system hardening Understanding of OT/ICS environments and how they differ from enterprise IT Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively with multi-functional teams Proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive improvements Attention to detail, particularly in documentation, testing, and compliance For more experienced candidates: experience in design and architecture For more experienced candidates: exposure to consultancy engagements For more experienced candidates: involvement in risk and threat assessments Desirable: experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity, industrial automation, or critical infrastructure Desirable: familiarity with industry standards such as IEC 62443, NIS2, and ISO 27001 Desirable: experience delivering cybersecurity within engineering or project environments Desirable: exposure to security tools such as firewalls, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning Desirable: background in power systems, substations, or similar industries Desirable: relevant degree or certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, or CISA, or willingness to work towards them Responsibilities: Support cybersecurity engineering within Operational Technology (OT) environments, including SCADA, PLCs, substation control systems, and industrial networks Assist in securing industrial assets through best practices such as system hardening, network segmentation, and access control Contribute to the configuration, testing, and commissioning of Digital Services and IoT solutions Support cybersecurity risk and vulnerability assessments, helping identify and mitigate threats Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, project management, and proposals, to integrate cybersecurity into delivery Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), pre-FAT activities, and site commissioning Act as a technical point of contact for internal teams and customers, supporting troubleshooting and implementation Help promote cybersecurity awareness and standards across customers and stakeholders For more experienced candidates: lead the design of secure ICS/OT architectures aligned to industry standards For more experienced candidates: own and deliver threat and risk assessment activities, including gap analysis and compliance reviews For more experienced candidates: provide technical leadership within projects and support less experienced team members For more experienced candidates: engage more directly with customers and stakeholders as a domain expert Technologies: Cloud IoT Support LESS Network Security More: We are a growing team working to help consolidate and enhance the Nations electricity network for a smarter and brighter future. This blended cybersecurity and digital services role is based at our Hebburn office and includes hybrid working, with around 75% office/home-based work and 25% customer site travel. The role combines cybersecurity with broader digital services engineering, including IoT, connected systems, and cloud-based solutions, and offers a varied scope across consultancy, system design, engineering delivery, and hands-on project work. We welcome candidates from Engineer through to Senior level, with responsibilities aligned to experience during the selection process. We offer a performance-based bonus, flexible working hours, a pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10%, and 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days. We are committed to equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives thrive. last updated 24 week of 2026