OT Cyber Security Officer
RWE Generation UK, England,
Unlimited, Full-time
Functional area: Gas
Remuneration: £60k - £84k dependant on experience
Locations: Didcot, Great Yarmouth, St Neots, Isle of Wight, Ellesmere Port & Grimsby
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated OT cyber security engineer to join our team at RWE, a leading power generation company. You will play a pivotal role securing OT systems and infrastructure to ensure the safe, reliable and secure operations of our power stations. This role combines strong governance responsibilities with hands-on security activities to ensure that OT Security controls are effectively implemented and enforced at operational sites in a pragmatic manner. This role will require regular travel within the UK.
Responsibilities:
1. Implementation of the OT Security Strategy within RWE Generation at the sites within the designated region of responsibility
2. Manage and monitor compliance with NIS/CAF Regulations across OT environments
3. Conduct and document periodic compliance reviews, audits and risk assessments of OT systems
4. Development, evaluation and continuous adaptation of best practice solutions and regulations in the area of OT security (definition of procedures, standards, concepts, etc.)
5. Identify, assess and manage OT security risks, escalating appropriately to management
6. Provide assurance to site management on OT security and regulatory compliance
7. Support deployment and verification of OT security controls across power station sites (e.g. access controls, network segmentation, monitoring, patch management)
8. Provide guidance and oversight on incident response, disaster recovery and business continuity plans for OT
9. Collaborate with IT/OT engineering and operations teams to ensure security by design in new projects and upgrades
10. Communicate OT security risks, compliance status, and incident findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
11. Influence and guide site personnel, engineers and management to implement required controls
What we expect:
12. Completed university or technical college studies in engineering, computer science, mathematics, engineering or comparable education
13. Proven experience of OT infrastructures and OT application architectures in the energy sector/process industry
14. Knowledge of power plant operation would be advantageous
15. Familiarity with Modbus, DNP3, OPC and PROFINET
16. Experience in planning and leading projects
17. Excellent skills in reporting and engaging with management, influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels
18. Business fluent in English
19. Clear team orientation and high integrity
20. Knowledge of regulatory standards, CAF, ISO/27001 would be advantageous
21. Relevant certification, CISSP, Security + would be highly desirable
22. Completion of SC Vetting
What we offer you:
We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well-being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:
23. Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration
24. Company pension scheme to help secure your future
25. Employee share save programme giving you a stake in our success
26. Membership discounts to keep you active and energised
27. Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support