Cyber Security Technician

Rullion Managed Services; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed services provider is seeking an IT/OT Cyber Security Engineer to ensure technology delivery quality to key manufacturing operations. The role encompasses managing network infrastructure and ensuring cybersecurity best practices alignment. Candidates should have a degree in Information Technology and experience in industrial environments. The position involves collaboration and communication across teams and participation in global cybersecurity initiatives, making it essential for maintaining secure digital operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Some experience in a technology support role.
• Foundational knowledge of IT networking principles.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and industrial cybersecurity standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support for IT/OT systems in the manufacturing environment.
• Assist in the local implementation of IT/OT projects.
• Set up and maintain secure network connectivity for OT hardware.
• Implement and maintain resilient operations of IT and OT systems.

Skills

IT networking principles

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Problem-solving

Cybersecurity frameworks

Education

Degree in Information Technology

Tools

AWS Connected Factory

OPC UA

Job description

Job Title: IT/OT Cyber Security
Location: Siemens Energy - Worcester

Rate of pay: 30.00 per hour

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Role Purpose

The Manufacturing IT/OT Support Technician ensures the quality of technology delivery to critical manufacturing operations in Worcester. This role supports secure, efficient, and standardized digital operations across production systems, contributing to both local and global digitalization initiatives. The role will support the convergence and development of the location's IT/OT network infrastructure and requires a strong industrial cybersecurity focus, ensuring alignment with corporate security standards and safeguarding production systems from cyber threats. As part of a small, agile team, the technician will engage in a balanced mix of independent and collaborative work to deliver high‑quality digital services and secure connectivity to production areas. The technician will also provide support to the existing IT Technical User Support technician.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support & Optimization

• Provide hands‑on support for IT/OT systems in the manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to maximize equipment uptime and throughput.
• Support local and global manufacturing software solutions.
• Support IT Technical User Support activities including providing holiday cover.

Project Implementation

• Assist in the local implementation of IT/OT projects.
• Ensure compliance with global standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 and IEC 62443.
• Implement and maintain hardware/software standards for the production areas.

Network & Asset Management

• Set up and maintain secure network connectivity for OT hardware and external vendor equipment.
• Contribute detailed documentation of local network architecture.
• Manage local OT assets and support IT business continuity planning, including disaster recovery.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a technical liaison between IT, OT, engineering, and business teams.
• Participate in global Manufacturing IT/OT community initiatives to standardize services.
• Ensure high‑quality service delivery through measurable productivity and security metrics.

Cybersecurity

• Implement and maintain secure and resilient operations of IT and OT systems within the factory environment.
• Coordinate with global cybersecurity teams and local stakeholders to implement, monitor, and improve cybersecurity measures.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure secure system configurations and patch management.
• Support the onboarding of new digital assets, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements from day one.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Some experience in a technology support role, ideally with experience in industrial manufacturing OT environments.
• Foundational knowledge of IT networking principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and industrial cybersecurity standards.
• Effective time management and problem‑solving abilities with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred

• Experience with IIOT machine connectivity (e.g., OPC UA) and cloud platforms like AWS Connected Factory.
• Familiarity with OT hardware such as PLCs, HMIs, and sensors.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.