Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant; Power Generation​/Transmission and Distribution

Principal OT Cyber Security Consultant, (Power Generation/Transmission and Distribution)

At Jacobs, we are committed to reinventing tomorrow by tackling the world’s most critical challenges in resilient infrastructure and operational advancement. This role offers the exciting opportunity to lead solutions for our diverse client portfolio in Critical National Infrastructure industries such as Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Rail, Aviation, Highways, Water, Energy, and Defence.

• Develop cyber‑security assessment methodologies, security requirements, architecture, and designs for complex OT systems.
• Specify and implement robust security risk‑management processes and support accreditation activities in collaboration with clients and regulatory authorities.
• Design, develop, implement, and conduct security testing of OT cyber‑security solutions for control systems.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert, providing cyber‑security governance and assurance for OT solutions.
• Conduct security reviews and audits.
• Provide technical support to Business Development activities when required and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.

• Proven experience within Critical National Infrastructure environments.
• Ability to articulate the business benefits of a threat‑based, risk‑informed security approach, empowering business risk owners to make appropriate and proportionate decisions.
• Understanding of design principles with a focus on operational safety and the security of operational environments.
• Experience in security engineering and associated technologies (e.g. Endpoint Protection, IDS, Firewalls) across IT and OT environments, with a working knowledge of networking technologies.
• Familiarity with implementing standards and frameworks such as the NIS Directive, IEC 62443, ISO 27000 series, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), Technical Assessment Guides, and related guidance.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK electricity generation, transmission, and distribution industries.

As a disability‑confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. We also value flexible working arrangements and support employees seeking to balance work and personal commitments.

We offer a flexible working environment, well‑being benefits, global giving and volunteering opportunities, and the chance to work across a global network of communities. Our values of safety, integrity, inclusion, and belonging are integral to every day at Jacobs.

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