SIEM Engineering Lead

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations : Reading or Havant 

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The SIEM Engineering Lead is responsible for leading the team tasked with maintaining the SSE Security Information & Event Monitoring (SIEM) platform. This includes onboarding log sources, developing Analytic Rules, creating automation for triage and remediation, and integrating with other SSE platforms, where appropriate. The role holder will manage the team’s operation, delivery, compliance and performance against any relevant requirements, targets and/or SLAs. They will also strive for continual improvements in quality and performance whilst ensuring the safety and well-being of the team and other colleagues.  They are also responsible for monitoring the baseline security controls throughout SSE Group and reporting on exceptions. They may be involved in providing support on baseline security controls in IT projects.

You will

• Manage and coordinate operational components of incident management, including detection, response, reporting, and resolution of security incidents related to the SIEM platform.
• Monitor, review, and interpret system logs, audit trails, and security reports to detect unusual activity, ensure policy compliance, and produce management reports.
• Oversee onboarding of systems based on risk profile, support security investigations and compliance reviews, and provide guidance on legal and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security processes, procedures, technical documentation, and disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity and effective testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to classify data, define security standards, maintain knowledgebases, and facilitate information sharing on risk and vulnerability management.

You have

• Proven IT and security work experience, with broad exposure to infrastructure, networks, and multi-platform environments, and familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 17799/27001, ITIL, and NIST.
• Solid knowledge and experience in the energy sector and utilities, with an understanding of risks and threats specific to the UK energy sector, smart metering, network, consumer technologies, and customer data.
• Demonstrable expertise in information and IT security, including its importance to business operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of security issues, techniques, and implications across all computer platforms.
• Strong grasp of information risk concepts and principles, enabling effective alignment of security controls with business needs.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

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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