About the role
National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. The electricity we provide gets the nation to work, powers schools and brings energy to life. Our energy network connects the nation, so it is essential that it is continually evolving, advancing, and improving.
In NGET we are passionate about both operating our network safely and providing highly reliable quality of supply for our customers. At the heart of achieving these outcomes is the effective control and operation of our network.
We are seeking a talented Security Risk Manager, to lead a team of Risk Analysts, to ensure cyber and physical security risks are recorded, assessed, and prioritised to inform our strategic security plans.
You will be NGET’s key technical interface for stakeholders across the wider business for all aspects relating to the security risks for its critical systems. Setting the strategic direction for our Operational & Informational Technology (OT & IT) Security Risk Management, you’ll work with key business leads to shape policy and standards and to develop our mitigating control plans to ensure a resilient network.
The scope includes (but is not limited to) environments comprising of Control Centres, Optical Telecommunication Networks & Services, Critical Data Centres and Industrial Automation and Control Systems on operational sites.
You’ll have the responsibility of setting the strategy and leading the formation of a consistent security risk management framework as well as leading the engagement on NGET’s Security Risk Framework with senior leadership, group security and external bodies including Ofgem, DESNZ and NCSC.
You’ll have the opportunity to work from home, work at our head office in Warwick and also travel to National Grid sites across the country to see the work we do first-hand.
What you'll need
- Demonstrable experience utilising risk assessment methodologies (e.g., NIST 800-30, ISO27005, IEC 62443, FAIR).
- Ability to communicate complex messages both orally & in writing using quantitative & qualitative measures to senior leaders across the business.
- Previous experience of risk management within an Operational environment, preferably in critical infrastructure.
- Leadership and team management experience, preferably in risk management.
- Understanding of UK Network & Information Systems (NIS) Regulations desirable
What's in it for you?
- A competitive salary of £65,000 - £81,000 – dependent on experience
- An annual performance bonus of up to 15% of your eligible earnings in the performance year
- 37-hour week, with Hybrid working model between Home and Office
- 28 days annual leave, plus eight statutory days.
- The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
- Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – so long as it’s relevant to your role.
- Access to several flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
- Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
- Access to numerous apps which support health, fitness, and wellbeing.
More Information
This role closes on 4th August 2024 however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
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