Senior Product Analyst - Operational Technology

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to: - Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant.

Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

We’re looking for a proactive, technically aware Senior Product Analyst to support Thermal IT’s two Operational Technology (OT) value streams: OT Security (Flexible Generation and Energy Storage) and OT Systems (Private Electrical Networks). You’ll need to bring strong analytical and communication skills, an agile mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams. Experience in OT systems including SCADA, DCS, infrastructure and security solutions - is highly desirable, along with the ability to translate complex stakeholder needs into clear, deliverable requirements and product roadmaps.

As a Senior Product Analyst, you’ll act as the key link between the Product Owner, suppliers, business stakeholders, and delivery teams—ensuring we deliver secure, scalable, and business-aligned OT solutions.

You will

- Translate stakeholder needs into user stories, epics, and system functional requirements; develop product roadmaps aligned to business strategy.

- Support feature planning and documentation for OT digital solutions across both value streams.
- Develop and maintain CAF-based risk assessments to support NIS regulation compliance and adapt to evolving regulatory requirements.
- Lead change management activities to drive adoption and measure impact.
- Define and track value metrics to demonstrate business value from the OT product portfolio.
- Lead on complex business and OT process definition and design that will accommodate use and support of solutions
- Lead on translating use cases and requirements into system test cases to ensure solutions are delivered in line with needs

You have

- Proven experience in a technical or business analysis capacity within a complex IT or OT environment.
- Strong working knowledge of infrastructure or industrial systems (e.g. hosting, firewalls, secure remote access, network monitoring, SCADA and DCS).
- Demonstrated ability to lead workshops, document requirements, and support value-driven agile delivery.
- Experience in supplier management, cross-functional collaboration, and familiarity with Agile & DevSecOps principles.
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and written/verbal communication skills.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people via a portfolio of Gas Fired and Low Carbon Power Stations, Gas Storage Facilities and Private Electrical Networks while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy.

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 275846 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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