Cyber Security Vulnerability Lead

Iberdrola Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave

Holiday purchase plan

Share Incentive Plan

Sharesave scheme

Technology vouchers

Bike/EV schemes

Private medical insurance

Job summary

ScottishPower, part of the Iberdrola Group, seeks a Cyber Security Vulnerability Lead in Glasgow to drive cyber resilience across IT and OT systems. You will lead vulnerability management, testing and Red Team activities, shaping strategic initiatives and working with senior stakeholders to deliver an integrated security program.

Successful candidates will have extensive security operations experience, OT knowledge, and certifications such as CISSP/CISM.

Qualifications

• Strong background in security operations within a large, complex organisation.
• Experience leading security improvement programmes and managing critical vulnerabilities.
• Understanding of OT security environments and regulatory/security challenges for critical infrastructure.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GICSP or OSCP are advantageous and demonstrate IT/OT security expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead vulnerability management, security testing and cyber resilience initiatives across IT and OT systems.
• Coordinate vulnerability identification services, including penetration testing and Red Team activities.
• Define strategic security initiatives, influence long‑term roadmaps and maximise value from existing investments.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders, security teams, service providers and business leaders to deliver integrated security strategy.
• Provide expert guidance on tools, processes and operating models for the Cyber Fusion Centre’s evolution in the UK.

Skills

Security operations

Security leadership

OT security

Regulatory awareness

CISSP

CISM

GICSP

OSCP

Job description

Cyber Security Vulnerability Lead

Location: Glasgow

Salary: From £59,000+ (up to 15% bonus & private healthcare)

Hybrid working (2-3 days per week) Permanent

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will need to be able to obtain NSV SC clearance - You will need to have lived continuously in the United Kingdom for a period of 5 years before being eligible to meet the Minimum Residency Criteria

What you’ll be doing

• This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a complex and critical security environment, supporting both IT and Operational Technology (OT) systems across the business.
• You’ll work closely with the Global Cyber Fusion Centre and teams across ScottishPower to drive vulnerability management, security testing, and cyber resilience initiatives.
• In this role, you’ll lead the coordination of vulnerability identification services, including penetration testing and Red Team activities.
• You’ll help shape the future of cyber security across the organisation by defining strategic security initiatives, influencing long‑term roadmaps, and ensuring security services deliver maximum value from existing investments.
• Collaboration will be central to your success.
• You’ll build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, security teams, service providers, and business leaders to deliver an integrated IT and OT security strategy.
• You’ll also provide expert guidance on the tools, processes, and operating models that support the Cyber Fusion Centre's continued evolution in the UK.

What you’ll bring

• We’re looking for an experienced cyber security professional with a strong background in security operations within a large, complex organisation.
• You’ll be comfortable leading security improvement programmes, managing critical vulnerabilities, and working with a range of security tools and services.
• Experience working with OT security environments is beneficial, alongside an understanding of the regulatory and security challenges facing critical infrastructure organisations.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GICSP or OSCP would be advantageous and will help demonstrate your expertise across both IT and OT security disciplines.
• Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain NSV SC Clearance.
• Applicants must have lived continuously in the UK for at least five years to meet the minimum residency requirements.

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits.

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to 'nudge' financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large‑scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy‑related support. If you need support, please reach out to [e-mail].

Mobility: Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

IMPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below September-17-2026

We are one of the main energy companies in the world, a leader in renewables, which champions the energy transition towards a low‑emissions economy. We supply energy to nearly 100 million people in dozens of countries and develops its renewable, network and commercial activities in Europe (Spain, the United Kingdom, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy and Greece), the United States, Brazil and Australia and maintains markets such as Japan and Poland, among others, as growth platforms.