Senior Operational Technology Consultant

NCC Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Operational Technology Consultant to enhance cybersecurity for critical systems. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert consulting services, conduct comprehensive security assessments, and develop actionable roadmaps to safeguard clients' information assets. You will also mentor junior consultants and support global capability development, fostering a collaborative environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your skills in a high-performance culture that prioritizes well-being and professional growth. Join a forward-thinking company committed to creating a secure digital future.

Benefits

Pension

Life Assurance

Share Save Scheme

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Learning & Development Opportunities

Community & Volunteering Programmes

Wellness Programs

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting security assessments for operational technology environments.
• Ability to design security controls specific to industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships while conducting assessments.
• Support sales activities and mentor junior consultants.

Skills

Cyber Security Assurance

Security Assessments

Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

SCADA Systems

Risk Assessments

Technical Reporting

Communication Skills

Emerging Threats Understanding

Education

Degree in Science (Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics)

Recognized OT Qualification (GIAC GICSP, 62443)

Tools

NIST Framework

IEC 62443

Job description

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Position Title: Senior Operational Technology Consultant

Role Purpose:

As a Senior consultant in NCC Group's Global OT Consulting and Implementation (C&I) division, your role is pivotal in providing Cyber Security Assurance and Engineering to businesses, aiding them in safeguarding critical systems and information assets.

Your responsibilities will include building and maintaining trusted client relationships, conducting assessments and analyses, translating technical findings into actionable roadmaps, and ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.

Moreover, you will play a key role in supporting sales activities and mentoring junior consultants, contributing to the overall knowledge sharing and growth within the delivery team. Additionally, your responsibilities will extend to supporting the development of the C&I capability globally in some instances this could also include travel.

Summary:

NCC Group specializes in offering comprehensive Cyber Assurance and engineering services aimed at assisting businesses in fortifying their cybersecurity posture. This encompasses defining security strategies, conducting risk assessments, developing policies, providing security awareness training, and offering on-demand cyber expertise.

Our core services range from strategy and governance to incident response planning and 62443 assessments. We also provide bespoke services tailored to the specific needs of organizations, including managed services, security architecture review, SOC, monitoring, DFIR, Penetration Testing, Safety reviews and cyber transformation programs.

The role within our OT division offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with prior relevant experience in the cyber and assurance field to leverage their skills in delivering high-quality solutions and fostering enduring client relationships.

What we are looking for in you:

Required Skills:

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments which may include security tests of operational technology environments
• The ability to assess and develop security architectures for industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and other OT environments
• Provide expert consulting services in IT & OT and convergence challenges and solutions
• Perform risk assessments and gap analyses against relevant industry standards and frameworks (NIST, IEC 62443, etc.)
• Design and implement security controls specific to industrial environments
• Work independently, create and deliver technical reports and executive presentations for clients
• Understanding of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security solutions specific to OT environments and protocols.
• Support international teams remotely but should also have the ability to travel where necessary to client sites
• Excellent communication, consulting, and presentation skills, along with exceptional written communication and reporting abilities.
• A recognised OT qualification such as GIAC GICSP, 62443 and similar

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Certifications like CISM, CISSP, CRISC, ISO 27001 LI/LA, CISA are advantageous.
• A degree in a science related topic (some examples are Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or relevant work experience in an operational environment)
• Proficiency in managing people and building teams, demonstrating the ability to lead and develop individuals to contribute effectively to the team's objectives and overall organizational success.
• Hold or the ability to hold Security Clearance

Behaviours:

• Focusing on Clients and Customers.
• Working as One NCC.
• Being Inclusive and Respectful.
• Delivery Brilliantly.
• Enabling Performance.

Why NCC Group?

At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams' partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people-powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to join our ranks.

Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and NCC Group is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well-being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide that vital support.

What do we offer in return?

We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits;

• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Maternity & Paternity leave

Community & Volunteering Programmes

Learning & Development

So, what’s next?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively send your details to [e-mail] .

About your application

We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles.

If you do not want us to retain your details, please email [e-mail]. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (candidate-privacy-notice-261023.pdf (nccgroupplc.com)). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.

Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Consulting

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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