Lead Network Security Architect

Lead Network Security Architect

Location: Glasgow – hybrid working

Salary: £58-72K (plus up to 15% bonus, and single healthcare)

Permanent, Full Time, Hybrid Working

* The role requires that the successful candidate can obtain UK Government Security Clearance *

Help us create a better future, quicker

ScottishPower Renewables is a leader in developing renewable energy, both onshore and offshore in the UK & Ireland. We are part of the first integrated utility to generate 100% green energy.

We focus on wind, solar and smart grid technologies to help transition our national energy supply towards a cleaner, electric future.

The Lead Network Security Architect will integrate into an active and ambitious global cyber security function, contributing to SPR cyber security purpose of delivering cyber-resilient OT and IT, to enable a safe and reliable electricity supply to customers.

What you’ll be doing

As the Lead Network Security Architect, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the security of the operational technology (OT) network that supports renewable energy generation and distribution.

Within this role, you’ll ensure the OT network is protected from cyber threats, complies with standards and regulations, meets business needs, and ensures data flows from OT to IT networks are implemented securely and in accordance with secure by design principles. In addition, you’ll lead the overall governance of the SPR secure by design process across offshore and onshore, and be responsible for the implementation onshore.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Developing, maintaining and implementing secure by design process across SPR.

• Designing and deploying secure OT network infrastructure and devices.

• Integrating the OT network with the IT network and the cloud services.

• Designing the implementation of VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security tools for the OT network.

• Supporting vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and security audits of the OT network.

• Investigating and resolving security incidents and events affecting the OT network.

• Creating and updating security documentation and reports for the OT network.

What we’re looking for

• Experience within a Lead Network Security role

• A solid understanding of the OT network protocols, standards, and technologies.

• Strong knowledge of Network Security principles, practices, and tools

• A proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing secure OT network solutions and controls.

• Experience managing cyber security in an (IT and OT environment)

• Experience driving continuous cyber security improvement activities

• Experience with security platforms such as SIEM/SOAR, XDR and Vulnerability Management is advantageous.

• Experience management of Cyber Security (CISSP, CISM, BCS ISMP, SABSA or equivalent)