OT Security Analyst (Threat Detection & Response)

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

This position is for an OT Security Analyst within the Renewables OT Security team responsible for detecting, analysing and responding to security incidents through to resolution. The successful candidate will also be involved in providing support on baseline security analysis in OT projects, and working closely with the OT Security team across other projects.

- Manage operational components and coordinate incident management, including detection, response, reporting and liaising internally and externally.

- Review audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources periodically and ensure that they are in compliance with policies and audit requirements.

- Perform Threat Analysis reviews and Threat Hunting activities across Security Operations responsibilities.

- Support the roll-out and continuous improvement of Security Operations activities and tooling.

- Participate in the Security Assurance and Risk programmes.

What do I need?

- A minimum of an HND within Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent with an exposure to cyber security.

- Enthusiasm and a clear thinker when it comes to security and a pragmatism to know what is "good enough".

- Demonstrable IT/OT and security work experience, with a broad exposure to software, infrastructure/network and multiplatform environments.

- Energy sector and utility knowledge and experience, or comparative sectors like Oil and Gas.

- Knowledge and understanding of information risk concepts and principles, as a means of relating business needs to security controls.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens next?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact David on David.Brickell@sse.com / 01738 275846.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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