Head of Cyber Security

Base Location: Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness

Salary: £78,400 - £117,600 + car allowance + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The Role

The Head of Cyber Security (Transmission) will lead the team delivering the day-to-day cyber security strategy, risk management and cyber operations for the Transmission business unit covering both IT and OT security. They will drive and manage compliance with the NIS Regulatory requirements and will provide specialist cyber security support into the large Ofgem funded cyber transformation programme in Transmission and Transmission’s Large Capital Projects.  They will also act as the liaison point to maximise leveraging skills and services from the teams that provide Group wide cyber security services.

You Will

• Drive and champion the cyber security strategy, risk management and NIS regulatory compliance for the Transmission Business Unit while collaborating across the Group’s cyber security community and leveraging Group wide cyber security services.
• Lead the engagement of the cyber security outsourced consulting service into Transmission projects and programmes and to manage and prioritise demand.  This includes the co-ordination of cyber security OT and IT requirements, engagement with stakeholders and use of standard architecture patterns and planning of assurance. 
• Provide specialist support to the Transmission Cyber Resilience Programme to the agreed regulatory and compliance standards in line with Ofgem requirements including delivery responsibility for key aspects of the Programme.
• Overseeing cyber security operations and control position for Transmission systems and assets working with system and service owners including network security, vulnerability management, identity management and detection and response.  Perform business unit testing to identify control issues and work with owners to drive control improvement.
• Work with peer Heads of Cyber Security to align and challenge cyber security risk positions to help drive consistency and efficiency and strategy across the Group.

You have

• Deep cyber security experience in defining cyber security strategy from working in a Critical National Infrastructure or large and complex organisation including practical Network & Information Systems regulatory experience.
• Extensive experience in IT and OT cyber security risk management, governance, control frameworks, operations and regulatory requirements with a specific focus on business outcomes and service delivery. 
• Proficiency in OT cybersecurity, including relating to Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) security including experience with security systems like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, and content filtering.
• Strong ability to convey complex information risk and security issues in a manner that is easily understood and actionable and constructively challenges prevailing thoughts and processes.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills to interface with and build credibility and relationships with stakeholders and are a confident, energetic self-starter, with a strong sense of urgency to improve the cyber security control position.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David.Brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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