OT Cyber Risk Assessment Lead

Job title: OT Cyber Risk Assessment Lead

Company: National Grid


Job description: About the roleNational Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. The electricity we provide gets the nation to work, powers schools and brings energy to life. Our energy network connects the nation, so it is essential that it is continually evolving, advancing, and improving.In NGET we are passionate about both operating our network safely and providing highly reliable quality of supply for our customers. At the heart of achieving these outcomes is the effective control and operation of our network.As Cyber Risk Assessment Lead you’ll have the opportunity to shape the Operational Technology (OT) cyber security strategy for NGET, supporting the creation of new policies, frameworks and specifications to understand and manage cyber security risk in the team.You’ll ensure new and changed standards grow our cyber security maturity within the organisation and are proportionate to the risk, and are in line with NGET’s security & resilience strategies.Providing expert technical support for the risk assessment of vulnerabilities and deviations from the target state, you’ll agree mitigating actions to reduce risk. You’ll also manage the OT registers and support the business to understand cyber security risks through appropriate reporting and communication of current risks and vulnerabilities.This role is based at our office Warwick for 2 days of the week and can be combined with hybrid working from homeWhat you’ll needWith a background of carrying out risk assessments, ideally within a cyber environment, you’ll have a technical understanding of LAN / WAN Networks and Operational Technology, as well as a detailed understanding of how cyber security risks can manifest within networks, devices, and systems.With relevant experience of risk reporting, including leading teams, and/or project management, you’ll have an understanding of asset management principles. In addition, you’ll have experience of using and developing decision making frameworks and tools including economic assessments and whole life asset assessments.Familiarity with international standards related to cyber security including IEC 62443 is key as is a relevant security risk qualification (eg. CRISC, FAIR). A sound understanding and proven experience of ISO27000, NIST CSF and audit processes, is also important.In addition, strong data analytical skills, excellent written and communication skills and the ability to interface comfortably with senior stakeholders, whilst demonstrating autonomy and initiative, are essential, as is the ability to work under tight deadline pressures across multiple workstreams.What’s in it for you?A competitive salary of £51,900 – £74,000 per annum

• Annual Performance Based Bonus
• 37 hour working week. Flexible
• 26 days annual leave, plus eight statutory days
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days
• Generous contributory pension scheme – we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – so long as it is relevant to your role
• Access to several flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
• Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days)
• Access to a numerous apps which support health, fitness and wellbeing.

More InformationThis role closes at midnight on 11th February 2025, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will take place w/c 17th February 2025.Don’t meet every single requirement? At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So if you are excited about this role but your experience or qualifications do not match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.#LI-NB1At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

Expected salary: £51900 – 74000 per year

Location: Warwick

Job date: Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:34:24 GMT

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