OT Security Consultant UK

Secura; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Secura is seeking an OT Security Consultant in the UK to strengthen their cybersecurity team. The role involves performing risk assessments, managing security designs for industrial networks, and providing training on OT security practices. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and possess practical experience in industrial cybersecurity.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Working in an international team

Engagement in exciting projects

Qualifications

• Practical security experience within industrial networks and devices.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols like Modbus and IEC104.
• Understanding of relevant cybersecurity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform security assessments based on IEC 62443 methodology.
• Assist in establishing SCADA/ICS/OT security programs.
• Provide specific OT security training.

Skills

Risk assessments

Security design

Communication

Vulnerability interpretation

Education

Bachelor or master’s degree

Tools

IEC 62443

Modbus

DCS

Job description

Imagine your customer is a leading energy provider or critical infrastructure operator, specializing in the delivery of essential services that keep industries and communities running. As an OT security professional, your mission is ambitious: to optimize operational efficiency, ensure compliance with industry-leading certifications, and protect the systems at the heart of your client’s operations.

That’s where you step in. Through targeted training, you introduce your client to the world of IEC 62443, the gold standard in OT cybersecurity. Our gap assessment identifies weaknesses in both processes and systems, ensuring a clear path to enhanced cybersecurity and compliance. You work side by side with your client, providing advisory and support to address challenges with precision and confidence.

With our expertise in penetration testing, risk assessments, and independent OT security assessments, you empower your client to achieve exceptional cyber resilience. From securing industrial control systems to safeguarding critical processes, your efforts not only strengthen defenses but pave the way for certification success.

Your success story? It’s not just about compliance, it’s about ensuring your client’s OT environment is resilient, secure, and ready for the future.

As part of the cybersecurity division of Bureau Veritas since 2021, Secura is looking to expand our team of consultants in the United Kingdom and therefore we are looking for an OT Consultant based in the United Kingdom to be involved in security assessment projects for various industries.

As our OT Security Consultant you:

• Perform advisory services on our client’s SCADA/ICS/OT infrastructure for small to large-sized projects. This will include security risk assessments based on IEC 62443 methodology, gap assessments, security maturity reviews, trainings and consultancy support;
• Provide support in security design and security architecture of industrial networks and provide recommendations to improve the design;
• Assist customers in establishing or extending their SCADA/ICS/OT security program by building joined roadmaps;
• Assist customers with secure digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives;
• Interpret security vulnerabilities, risks, policies, and procedures concerning the operational business impact;
• Manage and execute assessments based on internationally recognized frameworks or specific frameworks developed by Secura and support in certification journey;
• Support our sales with your technical expertise;

You will work on gap assessments or risk assessments based on IEC62443, IT/OT site assessments, Threat Modeling, NIS compliance checks and Security Maturity Assessments. All these services are designed to support our customers to identify risks and improve their security resilience, no matter their current security maturity state. On top of these services, you will also provide specific OT security training, offer a comprehensive IT/OT security awareness behavior program, and perform OT security research.

You recognize yourself in the following:

• A completed bachelor or master’s degree;
• Practical security experience within industrial networks and industrial devices like PLCs, DCS, Safety systems, and SCADA;
• Experience with industrial communication protocols, like Modbus, IEC104, and vendor-specific protocols;
• Experience with conducting risk assessments and threat modelings;
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts and assessment results verbally and in written reports in simple terms;
• Knowledge of IEC 62443, MITRE ATT&CK for ICS, NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-82 and relevant regulations in EU and UK;
• Interest and ability to write exciting whitepapers and publications;
• A supportive and a proactive personality, you know how to attract and engage both customers and colleagues.

At Secura we have:

A strong focus on technical cybersecurity, delivering high-quality technical services in the field of digital security. You will be part of a team of motivated international specialists, where knowledge exchange is highly valued.

At Secura we provide an environment for you to develop your talents and stimulate your professional growth. Together, we work to safeguard the security and integrity of valuable data while facing the challenges of the everchanging cybersecurity world.

Secura is fast-growing with ambitious goals. You will have the opportunity to grow along with us and shape your career allowing you to become an expert in your field. In terms of content, we offer you a diverse portfolio of exciting clients and projects.

Are you the OT Security Consultant we are looking for?

We would like to receive your CV by mail via [e-mail]. Do you have questions? Contact one of our Recruiters by telephone [phone] or email [e-mail].

Pre-employment screening and assessments are part of the selection process and annual social media screenings and check of criminal record will be conducted.