OT Cyber Security Officer

OT Cyber Security Officer

RWE Generation UK England

Unlimited Full-time

Locations :
Didcot Great Yarmouth Little Barford

Remuneration : 60k - 84k dependant on experience

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated OT cyber security engineer to join our team at RWE a leading power generation company. You will play a pivotal role securing OT systems and infrastructure to ensure the safe reliable and secure operations of our power stations. This role combines strong governance responsibilities with hands‑on security activities to ensure that OT Security controls are effectively implemented and enforced at operational sites in a pragmatic manner.

This role will require regular travel within the UK.

• Implementation of the OT Security Strategy within RWE Generation at the sites within the designated region of responsibility
• Manage and monitor compliance with NIS / CAF Regulations across OT environments
• Conduct and document periodic compliance reviews audits and risk assessments of OT systems
• Development evaluation and continuous adaptation of best practice solutions and regulations in the area of OT security (definition of procedures standards concepts etc.)
• Identify assess and manage OT security risks escalating appropriately to management
• Provide assurance to site management on OT security and regulatory compliance
• Support deployment and verification of OT security controls across power station sites (e.g. access controls network segmentation monitoring patch management)
• Provide guidance and oversight on incident response disaster recovery and business continuity plans for OT
• Collaborate with IT / OT engineering and operations teams to ensure security by design in new projects and upgrades
• Communicate OT security risks compliance status and incident findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Influence and guide site personnel engineers and management to implement required controls

• Completed university or technical college studies in engineering computer science mathematics engineering or comparable education
• Proven experience of OT infrastructures and OT application architectures in the energy sector / process industry
• Knowledge of power plant operation would be advantageous
• Familiarity with Modbus DNP3 OPC and PROFINET
• Experience in planning and leading projects
• Excellent skills in reporting and engaging with management influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels
• Business fluent in English
• Clear team orientation and high integrity
• Knowledge of regulatory standards CAF ISO / 27001 would be advantageous
• Relevant certification CISSP Security would be highly desirable
• Completion of SC Vetting is required this requires 5 years of residence in the UK

• Flexible and hybrid working enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration
• Company pension scheme to help secure your future
• Employee share save programme giving you a stake in our success
• Membership discounts to keep you active and energised
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support