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National Grid Vulnerability Management Specialist - ESO in Wokingham, United Kingdom
About the Role
Great Britain's electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.
The Energy System Operator (ESO) are now looking for a Vulnerability Management Specialist to join our expanding Security Team. The Vulnerability Management Specialist will give guidance to a team of analysts who will identify, assess, prioritise, and remediate vulnerabilities, while spearheading process improvements, leveraging technological advancements within the field. The post holder will use their collaboration and communication skills to share their vision with other stakeholders, ensuring the capability is delivered appropriately. They will also nurture talent, foster a proactive security culture and help strengthen the organisation’s resilience by helping guide an essential area of a comprehensive cyber defence in a rapidly changing threat landscape.
This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.
About us
As Great Britain’s electricity system operator (ESO), we sit at the heart of the electricity system, using our outstanding engineering and commercial expertise to balance electricity supply and demand. Ultimately, we keep the electricity flowing directly to where it’s needed, second by second.
Becoming the Future System Operator
In 2021, government and Ofgem jointly consulted on proposals for an expert, impartial Future System Operator (FSO) with responsibilities across both the electricity and gas systems, to drive progress towards net zero while maintaining energy security and minimising costs for consumers. In October 2023, the Energy Act 2023 was passed, legislating for this Future System Operator to be created.
The ESO, including all of its existing roles, will be at the heart of the new Future System Operator. We will be taking on additional roles across vectors and sectors to create an organisation with a whole energy system mindset; enabling us to identify solutions to our energy system that are more sustainable, secure, and affordable for all.
The FSO will be set up as a public corporation with operational independence from government – bringing parties together to support optimised decision making and action. As now, it will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements. It is anticipated that the new organisation will be up and running in 2024.
The time to act on climate change is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.
Key Accountabilities
Provide SME guidance to a team of analysts, supporting their personal development and training.
Help establish, maintain, and improve the vulnerability management program for the organisation.
Identify, assess, prioritise, and remediate vulnerabilities across the IT infrastructure, systems and applications.
Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as IT teams, business units, vendors, auditors, and regulators.
Through the Vulnerability Manager, provide regular reports and dashboards on the vulnerability status, trends, and metrics.
Help develop and implement vulnerability management policies, standards, procedures, and best practices.
Provide security guidance and SME advice on vulnerability management projects, initiatives, and strategies.
Conduct or oversee vulnerability assessments, scans, tests, and reviews.
About You
A desire to take on an active specialist role, while remaining engaged with the team deliverables.
Team player and adept at working in multi-disciplinary and diverse teams.
Proven analytical skills and capable of solving new and complex problems.
Experience in scripting or programming (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Etc)
Strong understanding of CVE, CVSS and security assessment tools.
Extensive hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate the impact and importance of detailed technical information to non-technical and senior audiences.
Managing and building relationships with customers and stakeholders.
What You'll Get
A competitive salary between £52,000 – 66,000 – dependent on experience and capability.
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.
More Information
This role closes on 26/06/2024 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.