Senior OT Cyber Security Lead – Transmission Systems

SSE plc; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and paternity pay

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a senior cyber security specialist within the Transmission Cyber Security team to lead security requirements for large-scale projects across Scotland and related sites. You will embed secure-by-design principles, test controls, and guide project teams on practical security solutions while balancing risk and resilience.

The role demands extensive OT security experience, certifications such as GICSP/IEC 62443, and strong collaboration with engineers and operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive OT, industrial or critical infrastructure experience.
• GICSP or IEC 62443 or equivalent OT security qualifications.
• Understanding of OT networks and high-availability environments.
• Strong stakeholder communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide cyber security guidance and oversight across projects and operations.
• Develop and improve clear, proportionate security standards and documentation.
• Use risk-based decisions to balance security and business outcomes.
• Support compliance with NIS Regulations and CAF frameworks.
• Contribute to security assurance, testing, commissioning and continuous improvement across Transmission systems.

Skills

OT cyber security

Stakeholder communication

Security governance

Risk management

Education

GICSP or IEC 62443 qualifications

OT/industrial qualifications

Job description

SSE plc is seeking a senior cyber security specialist within the Transmission Cyber Security team to lead security requirements for large-scale projects across Scotland and related sites. You will embed secure-by-design principles, test controls, and guide project teams on practical security solutions while balancing risk and resilience.

The role demands extensive OT security experience, certifications such as GICSP/IEC 62443, and strong collaboration with engineers and operations.