OT Security Engineer

Digital Waffle; Newcastle upon Tyne; Vor Ort; GBP 68.000 - 83.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus

Pension 10%

Zusammenfassung

Digital Waffle in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior OT Security Engineer to strengthen security across critical infrastructure projects in the energy sector. You will advise project teams, design secure architectures, and lead security validation activities.

The role requires OT/ICS experience, CISSP or IEC 62443 credentials, knowledge of IEC 61850 and NIS2, plus strong communication to engage stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• Certification such as CISSP or IEC 62443 credentials.
• Experience in OT environments or Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Knowledge of IEC 62443 and IEC 62351.
• Understanding of IEC 61850 and substation automation.
• Awareness of NIS2 and security level requirements.
• Knowledge of PRP and HSR networks.
• Experience with security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, encryption.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to project teams, ensuring secure-by-design solutions.
• Design and implement robust security architectures for software and hardware components.
• Develop cybersecurity frameworks aligned with IEC 62443 and IEC 62351.
• Identify improvements to cybersecurity processes and operational efficiency.
• Produce FAT and SAT documentation and lead security validation activities.
• Mentor project teams with security guidance across the full lifecycle.
• Deliver internal security training sessions to raise awareness and capability.
• Track, assess and communicate security risks, issues and mitigations to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies and handling of sensitive information.
• Promote a safety-first culture in security initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Cybersecurity certification

OT/ICS security

IEC 62443 knowledge

IEC 62351 knowledge

Communication skills

Security design principles

Ausbildung

OT/ICS security credential or degree

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Encryption protocols

Jobbeschreibung

Senior OT Security Engineer

Salary: Up to £75,000 + Bonus + 10% Pension

A leading engineering and technology organisation within the energy sector is seeking a Senior OT Security Engineer to support the delivery of secure, resilient solutions across critical infrastructure projects. This role plays a key part in strengthening the security of systems that underpin the UK's energy network, contributing to a more intelligent and sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to project teams across engineering, development and service delivery, ensuring secure-by-design solutions.
• Design and implement robust security architectures for both software and hardware components, in line with customer and regulatory expectations.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity frameworks and models for new and existing systems, aligned with recognised standards such as IEC 62443 and IEC 62351.
• Identify and implement improvements to cybersecurity processes, enhancing both protection levels and operational efficiency.
• Produce and oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) documentation, leading security validation activities.
• Support and mentor project teams throughout the full lifecycle, offering specialist advice on product and system security.
• Deliver internal training sessions to raise awareness and capability in cybersecurity practices.
• Track, assess and communicate security risks, issues and mitigation plans to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, compliance requirements and best practices for handling sensitive information.
• Promote a strong safety-first culture, supporting initiatives that prioritise safe and responsible working environments.

Skills & Experience

• Professional cybersecurity certification completed or underway, e.g. CISSP or IEC 62443-related credentials.
• Practical experience within Operational Technology (OT) environments or Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Familiarity with industry standards including IEC 62443 and IEC 62351.
• Understanding of substation automation, protection technologies and communication protocols such as IEC 61850.
• Awareness of regulatory frameworks such as NIS2 and associated security level requirements.
• Knowledge of industrial network topologies, e.g. PRP and HSR.
• Experience with security technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs and encryption protocols.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.