OT Cyber Security Analyst

Join one of the UK’s leading energy providers as an Operational Technology Cyber Analyst, where you'll play a critical role in securing our nation’s infrastructure. You’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding Industrial Control Systems and SCADA networks from evolving cyber threats.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess OT cybersecurity systems, ensuring effective threat detection and response.
• Conduct threat analysis and vulnerability assessments to support incident response activities.
• Develop and implement incident response plans tailored to OT environments.
• Support vulnerability management initiatives and penetration testing exercises.
• Contribute to policy development and ensure alignment with IEC62443, NIS, CAF, OG86, and HSE regulations.
• Work collaboratively with IT, engineering, and security stakeholders to maintain compliance and operational resilience.
• Support the maintenance and development of the OT Security Operations Centre technology stack.
• Deliver technical assurance across the OT security ecosystem.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong understanding of OT/ICS cybersecurity or relevant control systems (SCADA/PLC) – training provided where required.
• Experience with network security, threat detection, and incident response.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and regulations including NIST, IEC, NIS Directive, and Cyber Kill Chain.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to manage complex investigations and deliver root cause analysis.
• Effective communicator with proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Comfortable working autonomously and leading small projects.

Desirable:

• Background in cyber investigations or law enforcement protocols.
• Familiarity with project management principles.
• Ability to deliver awareness campaigns and contribute to continuous improvement.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the UK’s energy resilience. If you’re proactive, security-focused, and eager to contribute to the cyber defence of critical systems, we’d like to hear from you.