Job Description

Senior OT Cyber Security Engineer | Outside IR35 | Energy Sector

Contract: Outside IR35

Location: West Midlands (Hybrid - Mostly Remote with On-Site Visits)

Industry: Renewable Energy (Offshore Wind, SCADA, OT Cyber Security)

Duration: 6-12 months (Potential Extensions)

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced OT Cyber Security Engineer with a passion for renewable energy projects? We are working with one of the largest global energy providers to find a talented professional who will play a key role in delivering critical cybersecurity solutions across high-profile wind farm projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Implementation: Lead the design and deployment of robust OT cybersecurity solutions for offshore wind energy projects.

SCADA System Security: Manage SCADA-focused cybersecurity initiatives, primarily engineering deployments based in Stafford.

On-Site Deployment: Provide on-site support for key commissioning phases at energy sites

Redundancy & Hardening:

Implement redundant Active Directory configurations

Deploy auto-backup solutions

Conduct system hardening and application whitelisting

Service Validation: Support service agreements validation and coordinate service delivery across multiple European projects.

Key Skills & Experience

Extensive experience in OT Cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.

Expertise in SCADA systems and IEC 62443 standards.

Strong background in network hardening, whitelisting, and redundancy planning.

Familiarity with key industrial communication protocols, such as commonly used IEC standards, Modbus, and DNP3.

Proficient with leading firewall technologies and OT-focused security platforms for threat detection and response.

Experience with backup and recovery solutions tailored for OT environments.

Skilled in network monitoring and logging tools used for real-time OT system visibility.

Understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and related automation software (preferred).Submit your CV today or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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