Systems Engineer

Astute People Inc; Essex; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus 10%

Employer pension contributions up to

35 days' holiday

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

Astute People is seeking a Systems Engineer for a Gas Fired Power Station in Essex. You will strengthen system security and resilience across Control and Information Systems, reporting to the Engineering Manager.

The role covers policy development, risk management, incident response support, and collaboration with Cyber Security Manager to uphold regulatory standards and plant integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' process industry experience, preferably two in power generation with supervisory exposure.
• Experience with OT security solutions and regulatory frameworks (NIS Directive / NCSC CAF).
• Knowledge of process control, instrumentation and HV electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage risk through lifecycle analysis of systems and mitigate cyber threats.
• Maintain and update system cyber security policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits and testing to identify vulnerabilities and improvements.
• Support incident response and investigations with Cyber Security Manager.
• Coordinate Management of Change activities and engineering risk assessments.

Skills

OT security

Regulatory frameworks

Power generation knowledge

ISA/IEC 62443 knowledge

Education

HNC in C&I / Electrical or Electronic Engineering

NEBOSH or IOSH (beneficial)

Job description

Astute Peoples Power Team are working with a leading power generation company to recruit a Systems Engineer to join their team at a Gas Fired Power Station in Essex. The role will strengthen system security and technical capability to support the long-term performance of the recently upgraded Combined Cycle Power Plant.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will support the compliance and integrity of the plant's Control and Information Systems, covering all aspects of system security and resilience including strategy, policies, standards, compliance and assurance across the business. You will manage risk, support incident response and investigations, and work closely with the Cyber Security Manager.

Responsibilities and duties

As the Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Managing risk through lifecycle analysis of systems, and identifying, evaluating and mitigating cyber threats.
• Maintaining and updating system cyber security policies and procedures.
• Conducting regular risk assessments, audits and testing to identify vulnerabilities and document improvements.
• Supporting the Cyber Security Manager with incident response and investigations into security breaches.
• Coordinating Management of Change activities and engineering risk assessments, and carrying out technical RCA investigations.
• Managing control and information systems architecture and software, and supporting wider Engineering Department initiatives.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum of an HNC in a C&I or Electrical/Electronic Engineering related discipline, with a proven record of practical operational or maintenance experience (equivalent or lower qualifications may be considered alongside suitable industry experience).
• A solid understanding of all HSE aspects is a fundamental requirement. A NEBOSH or IOSH qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Practical knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443 standards would be highly beneficial.

Personal skills

The Systems Engineer role would suit someone with:

• A minimum of three years' process industry experience, preferably including two years in power generation with supervisory experience.
• Experience of working with OT security solutions and within regulatory frameworks such as the NIS Directive or NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework.
• A power generation background, ideally thermal and/or CCGT plant, with knowledge of process control, instrumentation and HV electrical systems.

Salary and benefits of the Systems Engineer role

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus of 10% and employer pension contributions of up to 11%
• Comprehensive benefits package including 35 days' holiday, private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection

INDPOW

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.