Cyber Security Specialist (OT/ICS)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Slough is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to enhance resilience in critical industrial environments. The role involves implementing cybersecurity practices, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have a robust background in securing OT and ICS systems, with solid knowledge of network security, risk management, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in securing OT, ICS, or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and industry regulations.
• Ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement OT/ICS cybersecurity practices across critical infrastructure.
• Identify and support remediation of vulnerabilities within OT environments.
• Collaborate with teams to embed cyber resilience.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Risk management

Network security

Collaboration

Communication skills

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slough, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

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Job Description:

We’re seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist with a strong background in Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) to play a key role in enhancing cyber resilience across critical environments.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the unique challenges of securing complex, real-world industrial systems and wants to drive meaningful impact across engineering, operations, and security functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement OT/ICS cybersecurity practices across critical infrastructure
• Identify, assess, and support remediation of vulnerabilities within OT environments
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT teams to embed cyber resilience
• Support compliance with relevant frameworks and standards (IEC 62443, NIS, OG86, CAF, etc.)
• Monitor and improve security controls, networks, and access management
• Assist in incident response involving operational systems
• Contribute to policy development, governance, and security awareness initiatives
• Engage with third parties and suppliers to ensure aligned security expectations

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in securing OT, ICS, or industrial environments
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk, and network security
• Ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams
• Familiarity with industry regulations and standards (IEC 62443, NIS Directive, OG86, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindset
• SC clearance (or willingness to obtain)

This is an impactful role for a security professional ready to contribute to the protection of essential systems and infrastructure. You’ll be working at the heart of real-world operations, where cybersecurity directly supports safety, continuity, and resilience.

? Interested? Get in touch to find out more or apply today.