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: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key Scotland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness.
Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 (depending on skills and experience) + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Flexible First options available
The OT Security Team in SSEN Transmission is responsible for the security of the digital systems that keep the lights on; this includes SCADA systems, telecoms networks and substation protection and control. Our work spans:
- Security Operations where we respond to and investigate security alerts;
- Security Controls where we assure and verify the efficacy of our existing security measures.
- Security Engineering where we oversee new and changed digital systems to embed security by design.
This role is focused on Security Engineering and the key responsibilities include:
- Support projects in cyber risk management and the identification, specification, design and implementation of appropriate cyber security controls. Communicate security risks and solutions to others through design reviews, factory security testing and site acceptance testing.
- To develop, review and update existing policy and procedures covering cyber security for all OT networks owned or operated by SSEN.
- Research and advocate new technologies, architectures, and international and UK security developments that will support the security requirements for SSEN and its customers.
- Represent OT as a security expert and contribute to discussions and consultations with various teams within SSEN Transmission and across the wider SSE group.
- Become skilled in the installation, development, and maintenance, of the security toolset used within SSEN. This includes monitoring tools, log consolidation tools, and network security technologies.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
