Cyber Security Specialist

Cybersecurity Specialist - Permanent - Dublin/Hybrid

**We can only consider candidates who hold either EU/UK passport, Stamp 4 or Stamp 1G (spousal/dependent) visas at this time**

Who will you be working for?

You will be working for the biggest energy supplier in Ireland, a company with a rich history dating back to the 1920s, located in the vibrant heart of Dublin city centre. This robust and diverse utility company operates across the entire electricity market, from the generation of power to its transmission, distribution, and supply. In addition to this, they extend their influence into other related areas wherever possible, such as telecommunications, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, home retrofitting, and more. Committed to delivering dependable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly solutions for a carbon-neutral world, the company is dedicated to transforming lives and driving social and economic advancement and evolution.

What will you be working on?

The purpose of the role is to help support and maintain a strong cybersecurity posture across the organisations Networks Smart Metering Operations Centre (SMOC). It will cover a range of activities including supporting the SMOC OT Cybersecurity Lead and SMOC teams in the delivery of the cybersecurity plan for Smart Metering systems, supporting the audit and review processes and supporting the management of emerging threats that could impact the Operational Technology environment. The successful candidate will assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and improvement of the cybersecurity policies, processes, procedures and controls in SMOC to maintain the integrity of the systems and to support NIS Directive (NISD) compliance and cybersecurity assurance. They will work closely with the SMOC OT Cybersecurity Lead, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) vendors, SMOC staff, the OT Cybersecurity team and the IT Cybersecurity teams.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates with the following ESSENTIAL experience:

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in an Operational Technology role or a cybersecurity role.
• Knowledge of IT/OT security principles, technologies, and best practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• One or more security related regulations, frameworks or standards such as NISD, NIST, ISO 27001 etc
• Preparing and presenting cybersecurity reporting metrics
• Supporting the development of cybersecurity strategy, policies, processes or procedures

Desirable:

• Relevant professional certifications including CISSP/SSCP/ CEH/ENCE/ACE/ OSCP/CCNA/CompTIA
• Knowledge of Smart Metering systems
• Familiarity with threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment and identity management
• Experience in cybersecurity by design concepts, information security risk assessments, business impact assessments, facilitating audits and business continuity planning / disaster recovery

What's in it for you?

A permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits. Hybrid working opportunities (1-2 days onsite per week in Dublin). You will have the opportunity to work for a true market leader, who's staff enjoy a comprehensive package of remuneration, career opportunities and both personal and professional development. If you want to be a driving factor of innovation within the energy & electricity sector, this role is for you!