Technical Specialist – Security & Vulnerabilities Operations

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: Reading, Havant, Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The Technical Specialist – Security & Vulnerabilities Operations reports to the Group Technology Services - Security Operations Manager but will work closely with all business units within the SSE organisation. This role is a key part for the successful ongoing maintenance of Group Technology Services security services against SSE policies and standards and in line with contractual and agreed service levels.

Experience of managing vulnerability backlogs, excellent business stakeholder management and outsource supplier management skills are therefore required to successfully carry out this role.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide support to the GTS Service Operations Manager to implement the Vulnerability and Security policies and practices operation that help to protect SSE from cyber threats.

- Using people, processes, and technology to continuously monitor and improve the organisation's security posture while preventing and responding to cyber security incidents.

- Help to develop and implement changes to Infrastructure and Cloud security services that improves SSE's security posture.

- Carry out Security Application and Privileged Access Management Audits regularly and manage responses on behalf of the GTS Group.

- Ensure the operational security and integrity of Infrastructure and Cloud services and that services are delivered against SSE's standards. 

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Ability to interact with SSE staff at all levels up to senior management and across all business units within SSE.

- Experience of delivering IT Security Vulnerability services and disciplines, coupled with expertise in applying security professional standards.

- Experienced across a broad range of IT Client and Server Operating Systems (Windows, Redhat, Unix).

- Experience of identifying, analysing and remediating vulnerabilities using VM tools Qualys/Defender/Kenna/SEP, with the ability to adopt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines in a high-pressure environment.

- Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating. Strong written and oral communication skills.

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.

Further actions

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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