Physical Security Incident Response Specialist – NESO

Job title: Physical Security Incident Response Specialist – NESO

Company: National Grid


Job description: About the RoleNational Energy System Operator (NESO) is on a journey towards a sustainable and secure energy future. Together we build on this momentum, advancing the Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) plan for zero carbon operability of the electricity system by 2025.National Energy System Operator (NESO) are looking for an Incident Response Specialist with experience in responding to physical security incidents to join a growing team. This exciting opportunity will allow the post holder to help design and implement effective incident response processes. Providing support and expertise to Security Operations, ensuring all Security Incidents are managed through to resolution. Although specialising in Physical Security, the post holder will be joining a joint cyber and physical security response team, with opportunities to broaden expertise.In preparing for, testing, and responding to security incidents, the team will further add value by providing actionable recommendations for continuous improvement. In addition to managing security incidents, the team will also have responsibility for the exercise and testing programme.This role can be based from Wokingham, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. There will be an element of on-call for this role, subject to rota.Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain incident response plans, processes, and supporting documentation, ensuring quality and completeness.
• Implement the Incident Response process effectively to ensure effective remediation and restoration in the event of a security incident.
• Support Cyber and Physical Security Operations Centres by leading the Post Incident Response and Lessons Learnt process.
• Design and deliver incident response exercises in various formats to test capability at all levels of the command chain.
• Deliver information in formal reports or as presentations and briefings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide physical security expertise for a team of analysts, driving capability, continuous improvement, and personal development.
• Establish relationships with business departments and security teams to enable effective incident communications.
• Collaborate with the business to support the development and testing of Business Continuity and Restoration plans.
• Develop relationships with government and energy sector stakeholders to improve understanding of incident response requirements for NESO.

About YouWe’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone with:

• Solid experience of managing security incidents for large organisations, with a focus on resilience.
• Knowledge of best practise and industry leading incident management frameworks.
• Previous subject matter expertise in a discipline associated with Physical and Personnel Security and Incident Response.
• A desire to take active involvement in industry forums and research groups
• Previous experience of working within a critical national infrastructure or high availability organisation.
• Knowledge of the whole energy system and threats to the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Physical and Personnel Security, specialising in Incident Response or a related operational field.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as Defence Counter Intelligence Manager (DCIM), or Defence Protective Security Practitioner (DPSP).

About What You’ll GetA competitive salary ranging from circa £55,000 to £62,000 – dependent on experience and capability.As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.About UsTraditionally, Britain’s energy system has been split into two areas – gas and electricity – but to ensure that Britain’s energy system is secure and affordable there needs to be co-ordination across the whole energy system, with one single entity responsible for translating policy into immediate strategy. National Energy System Operator (NESO) will bring unparalleled change.Forge a path to a sustainable future for everyone.
Your energy, our future, together.About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)
In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.More InformationThis role closes on 02/04/2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.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.We’re committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.#LI-BO1#LI-HYBRID

Expected salary: £55000 – 62000 per year

Location: Warwick

Job date: Sat, 22 Mar 2025 06:14:01 GMT

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