Senior Security Consultant (OT)

IP-People

Sheffield

8 months ago

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Senior Security Consultant (OT)

A leading and expanding network and security solutions provider is seeking anOperational Technology (OT) Security Consultantto join its growing team. This is a new position within the organisation and an excellent opportunity to join a company at the forefront of securing and connecting digital infrastructure for organisations worldwide.

About the Role

As an OT Security Consultant, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging your industry knowledge and expertise to help them design, implement, and secure Operational Technology environments. You’ll engage throughout the full solution lifecycle—from pre-sales consultation through to delivery and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute OT security strategies aligned with wider GTM objectives.
Engage directly with customers to deliver consultancy and build strong, trusted relationships.
Maintain deep technical expertise in OT technologies, trends, and vendor solutions.
Deliver technical solutions and security projects, including assessments, designs, and implementations.
Support business development through pre-sales activities and proposal contributions.
Collaborate across internal departments
Develop and maintain relationships with key OT security vendors.

Key Skills & Experience:

OT Architecture & Operations

Background within industrial control environments e.g. SCADA, ICS.
Deep knowledge of IT/OT security challenges, protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC), and risk landscapes.

OT Consultancy

Delivered cyber readiness and strategy assessments.
Familiarity with frameworks like NIST, IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and regulatory standards.
Produced security documentation (risk assessments, security plans, etc.).

OT Security Solutions

Designed and implemented cybersecurity controls for OT environments.
Hands-on experience with OT-focused technologies e.g., Fortinet, Armis, Claroty, Nozomi).

If this could be of interest, please get in touch or apply for full details.

I look forward to speaking soon.

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