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Security Engineer

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Whins of Milton
4 months ago
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Glasgow/
Hybrid working with travel
Permanent,
full time

Up to
£70,000 per annum + bonus & benefits

Closing date: Friday 11th April 2025

Who we are


We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We
generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain
world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global
leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business
champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and
working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the
role


As Security Engineer, you’ll be responsible for delivery of the Security Engineering strategy
across our Hydro sites. The role will ensure Security Engineering compliance,
including NIS compliance and governance.

You’ll work to
delivery innovative and strategic maintenance initiatives and plans that
optimise risk, performance and capital expenditure tailored to meet Security
requirements, related to Cyber, physical and market economics.

This role
covers all plants within our Hydro business which includes 8 conventional hydro
stations (126MW) and a pump storage station (440MW). The stations are located
from Tongland at the Solway Firth to Cruachan that is situated on the banks of
Loch Awe approximately 180 miles apart.

On average you’ll
be expected to attend one of the sites per week with some office attendance at
the Glasgow office for team collaboration. This role also allows for some home
working. We don’t offer a car allowance, but mileage will be paid from your
home to the site location (excluding the Glasgow office). A valid UK driving
licence is essential for this role.

Who we’re
looking for


Ideally, you’ll
hold a degree level qualification in a relevant subject, and a background
working in cyber security, network security or control & instrumentation
engineering.

You’ll need a good
understanding of network security technologies and processes including an
understanding of current and emerging security threats and an awareness of
systems and methods to counter them. Additionally, you’ll have knowledge of
TCP/IP including routing protocols, management protocols, TLS Modbus over
TCP/IP, Industrial Ethernet technologies.

Specific experience
and knowledge of NIS regulations is highly beneficial together with knowledge
of IEC62443.

Rewards and
benefits


As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to
help you thrive and support your lifestyle:

- Salary up to £70,000
- 15% on-target discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all
face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career
drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right
for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for
generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued
and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively
work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and
establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for
all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter
their background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘Apply now’ button to begin your Drax
journey.

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