Operations Technology Cybersecurity Manager

CAF Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Excellent workplace pension (up to 10%

Health care cash plan

Bike2Work scheme

Professional Sponsorship scheme

Flexible Working policy

Family Friendly culture

Volunteer days and social value

Job summary

CAF Rail UK is seeking an OT Cybersecurity Manager in Manchester to design, deploy, and maintain cybersecurity solutions for rolling stock fleets. You will lead change management, system acceptance, and CSMS initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards and good practice.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field and a Master’s in Cybersecurity, with proven experience in transport engineering and security program deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity.
• Proven experience in software or telecommunications engineering within the transportation or rolling stock industry.
• Expertise in deploying change management processes and system acceptance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Deployment and Change Management plans for software, hardware, and configuration updates.
• Create and deliver a System Acceptance Plan with validation, verification, and analysis techniques.
• Develop and implement a Cyber Security Management Plan (CSMP) aligned with ISO 27001, ISO 62443 and TS 50701.
• Operate, maintain and continually improve the Cyber Security Management System (CSMS).
• Collaborate with operators on security measures and manage third-party security risks.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Change management

System acceptance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field

Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

Company: CAF Rail UK

Location: MANCHESTER, GB

ABOUT CAF

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast-paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community.

Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers.

Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be!

We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way.

What can you expect from CAF?

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the Company?

The OT Cybersecurity Manager will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, and maintaining cybersecurity solutions to support the efficient operation and maintenance of rolling stock fleets. The role involves leading critical processes such as change management, system acceptance, and cyber security planning to ensure compliance with industry standards and Good Industry Practice

Your daily duties will include:

Deployment and Change Management:

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive Deployment and Change Management Plan for software, hardware, and configuration updates.
• Define applicable test criteria, process for sign-off, decision-making process for version rollback, and implementation procedures for rollbacks.

System Acceptance:

• Create and deliver a System Acceptance Plan in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
• Outline validation, verification, and analysis techniques to assess software integrity, performance, and integration with system components or dependencies.

Cyber Security Management:

• Develop and implement a Cyber Security Management Plan (CSMP), ensuring alignment with standards like ISO 27001, ISO 62443, and TS 50701.
• Operate, maintain, and continually improve the Cyber Security Management System (CSMS).
• Conduct audits and compliance testing against security requirements.
• Collaborate with the Operator on security measures and respond effectively to potential or attempted Breaches of Security.
• Manage security risks posed by third-party suppliers and subcontractors.

Industry Standards Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable security and operational standards, including EN 50701, IEC/ISO 27001, IEC 62443, IEC 63452, EN 50716, RIS 2700, and TN 2312

What salary will you be paid or this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £70,000 per annum.

What will make you successful in this position?

To succeed in this role you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field
• Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity
• Proven experience in software or telecommunications engineering within the transportation or rolling stock industry.
• Expertise in deploying change management processes and system acceptance frameworks.

ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER

A Real Living Wage employer and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, RSSB Mental Health Charter and Women in Rail EDI Charter, we’ve a lot to shout about at CAF.

Creating a culture of inclusivity and belonging is really important to us and we’re proud to offer our people a range of benefits to support wellbeing including 25 days annual leave, an excellent workplace pension scheme (with up to 10% contribution from us), not forgetting to mention our generous health care cash plan and Bike2Work scheme just to name a few!

Looking for career development? Our Professional Sponsorship scheme will help you to achieve your goals while our Flexible Working policy and Family Friendly culture mean everyone is supported to thrive at CAF.

As a socially responsible business, we offer paid volunteering days and promote a variety of social value initiatives, including tree-planting, company-wide donation drives, and providing support to the homeless community and refugees. We’re creating waves of positive change through delivering meaningful social value impact on and off the tracks!