Cyber Security Specialist - CDC (Cyber Defence Centre)

Drax; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in renewable energy as a CDC (Cyber Defence Centre) Specialist. This role involves monitoring security incidents, leading a team, and collaborating with various technical departments. Candidates should have solid experience in cybersecurity, preferably with certifications like SEC+ and knowledge of AWS, Azure, and network security protocols. Drax offers competitive pay and benefits, promoting a thriving work environment focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary group performance-based bonus

25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)

Single cover private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a cyber security role managing multiple activities.
• Sound understanding of security frameworks like NIST, MITRE ATT&CK.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security incidents.
• Lead and mentor CDC team members.
• Ensure documentation for CDC is maintained and updated.

Skills

Cyber Security

Azure

Microsoft Security Centre

AWS

Digital Forensic Techniques

IPS/IDS Technologies

Firewalls

Network Security

Education

Entry-level certification (SEC+, Net+, SANS/GIAC)

Job description

CDC (Cyber Defence Centre) Specialist
Glasgow, Ipswich, London, Northampton or Selby
Permanent, full time
Hybrid working

Closing date: Monday14th July 2025

Who we are

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role

As a CDC (Cyber Defence Centre) Specialist at Drax, your role will involve varied activities. This will include monitoring and responding to security incidents, conducting investigations, assisting the CDC team in daily BAU activity and implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks. You’ll also ensure that CDC documentation is maintained and updated.

You’ll also have responsibility for leading and mentoring CDC team members, as well as standing in for the CDC Detect & Response Manager where necessary.

You’ll collaborate and coordinate with the Product & Engineering, Threat Intelligence & Operational Technology Cyber Team to ensure synergy across all cyber teams, and build relationships with stakeholders across Drax to support the requirement for a holistic security approach.

Who we’re looking for

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a cyber security role managing multiple activities at pace. You’ll be able to demonstrate experience with the following: Azure, Microsoft Security Centre, Microsoft Compliance Centre, AWS, knowledge of digital forensic techniques, IPS/IDS technologies and firewalls.

Ideally, you’ll also have a sound understanding of network security, industrial network protocols and Industrial Control Systems. An entry level certification such as SEC+ Net+, SANS/GIAC is highly beneficial.

Additionally, this role requires an understanding of security frameworks including NIST / NIS Regulations CAF / IEC / SoGP / MITRE ATT&CK / MITRE ATT&CK ICS / Cyber Kill Chain.

You’ll be self-motivated, able to work on own initiative and liaise effectively with professional staff and customers throughout the business.

Rewards and benefits

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:

- Competitive salary
- Discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approachhere.

How to apply

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