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Security Engineer If your skills, experience, andqualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay yourapplication. Glasgow/ Hybrid working with travel Permanent, fulltime Up to £70,000 per annum + bonus & benefits Closing date:Friday 11th April 2025 Who we are We’re not just talking aboutmaking a difference, we’re making it happen. We generatedispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in anuncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambitionto become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbonremovals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, futurethinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon,lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonisethe planet for generations to come. About the role As SecurityEngineer, you’ll be responsible for delivery of the SecurityEngineering strategy across our Hydro sites. The role will ensureSecurity Engineering compliance, including NIS compliance andgovernance. You’ll work to delivery innovative and strategicmaintenance initiatives and plans that optimise risk, performanceand capital expenditure tailored to meet Security requirements,related to Cyber, physical and market economics. This role coversall plants within our Hydro business which includes 8 conventionalhydro stations (126MW) and a pump storage station (440MW). Thestations are located from Tongland at the Solway Firth to Cruachanthat is situated on the banks of Loch Awe approximately 180 milesapart. On average you’ll be expected to attend one of the sites perweek with some office attendance at the Glasgow office for teamcollaboration. This role also allows for some home working. Wedon’t offer a car allowance, but mileage will be paid from yourhome to the site location (excluding the Glasgow office). A validUK driving licence is essential for this role. Who we’re lookingfor Ideally, you’ll hold a degree level qualification in a relevantsubject, and a background working in cyber security, networksecurity or control & instrumentation engineering. You’ll needa good understanding of network security technologies and processesincluding an understanding of current and emerging security threatsand an awareness of systems and methods to counter them.Additionally, you’ll have knowledge of TCP/IP including routingprotocols, management protocols, TLS Modbus over TCP/IP, IndustrialEthernet technologies. Specific experience and knowledge of NISregulations is highly beneficial together with knowledge ofIEC62443. Rewards and benefits As you help us to shape the future,we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive andsupport your lifestyle: - Salary up to £70,000 - 15% on-targetdiscretionary 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 theclimate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individualpurpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of ateam that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future.With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations tocome. Together, we make it happen. At Drax, we’re committed tofostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected,regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively workto better represent the communities we operate in, fosterinclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, webuild the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contributetheir perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Findout more about our approach here. How to apply Think this role’sfor you? Click the ‘Apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedInpage to see our latest news.

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