Cyber Subject Matter Expert

Belcan Technical Recruiting (UK) Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment and consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Cyber Subject Matter Expert to lead operational technology projects. The role involves managing a team and overseeing cybersecurity solutions for clients while supporting business development efforts. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in operational technology cybersecurity and strong leadership skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, balancing office and remote work with occasional client visits.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing security solutions in IoT and OT/ICS domains.
• Proven skills in overseeing IT security projects.
• Ability to lead a team and provide technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple workstreams within the OT Cyber Security team.
• Oversee technical delivery and ensure quality assurance.
• Act as a client-facing Subject Matter Expert for clients.
• Support business development with technical solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Operational Technology (OT)

Client Relationship Management

Technical Mentoring

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Job description

Job Description

Belcan are hiring on a Permanent basis for a Cyber SME specialising in OT - Operational Technology.

Hybrid working from either Cheltenham or our South West London office with client visits as required.

The OT Cyber Security team is a function within the business that services our framework partners, OT delivery, and is a key growth area for the business.

Role & Duties

Lead and manage multiple workstreams within the team to ensure successful delivery.

Oversee OT Cyber technical delivery, both directly and through delegated tasks.

Take full accountability for team deliverables, including quality assurance, approval, and sign-off.

Provide line management, technical mentoring, and guidance to the current team of three, with planned expansion in 2026.

Act as a client-facing Subject Matter Expert (SME) for existing and prospective clients.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sales teams, client partners, and global technical delivery teams (Belcan and Cognizant).

Support business development by contributing technical solutions and proposal content.

Assist in developing and maintaining internal OT Cyber procedures and processes.

Experience and Qualifications

Roles involving management, design, implementation, maintenance, or support of security solutions within IoT and OT/ICS domains.

Strong background in Softw...