Title: Specialist Cyber Security Operations Engineer - NESO
Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA Wokingham, GB, RG41 5BN Division: NESO Security Job Type: Requisition Number: 61370 Department: Business Services Job Function: Information Technology About the Role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) is on a journey towards a sustainable and secure energy future. Together we build on this momentum, advancing the Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) plan for zero carbon operability of the electricity system by 2025. National Energy System Operator (NESO) are now looking for a Specialist Cyber Security Operations Engineer to join us! As a Specialist Cyber Security Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for building and deploying innovative cyber technologies across the NESO estate, serving as the foundation of NESO’s Cyber Security Operations (CSO) capability. This position requires a deep expertise in cyber security and will focus on the centralisation of forensic telemetry from across the various critical systems which balance the UK energy system. You will provide guidance to the wider Cyber Operations Engineering function, assist in the identification of new disruptive technologies, spearhead process improvements and technological enhancements, collaborate with stakeholders throughout the business, and ensure the creation of a cohesive function. This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. Key Accountabilities
Build and deploy innovative technical solutions to advance the security capability of the Cyber Security Operations function. Manage and oversee the configuration of various security tools to enable key stakeholders, such as CSOC and Threat Hunting and Detection Engineering (THaDE). Collaborate with application administrators across the business to onboard data sources into the SIEM data lake. Optimise forensic telemetry collection mechanisms to ensure accurate and efficient parsing and ingestion to the SIEM. Build resilient forensic telemetry collection technologies to support 24/7/365 monitoring of NESO and its control systems by CSO. Spearhead process improvement and curate, update and develop an internal cyber engineering knowledgebase. About You
We’re looking for someone who: Is passionate about security and building secure infrastructure. Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex situations. Has a keen awareness of current and emerging cyber threats, trends, and best practices. Has proven experience working with SIEM platforms and related tooling. Is familiar with SIEM telemetry onboarding processes and techniques. Is experienced in treating cyber operations engineering with a Software Development Lifecycle mindset. Is knowledgeable about various data source formats and protocols. Is comfortable with scripting or programming languages. Has experience in troubleshooting and resolving data quality or ingestion issues. Has previously worked closely with security tooling. Is familiar with security incident response and investigation processes. Has strong communication and collaboration abilities. May have relevant certifications, but this is not required. About What You'll Get
A competitive salary between £55,000 to £65,000 – 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. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. About Us
National Energy System Operator (NESO) is responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system. The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government. More Information
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Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA Wokingham, GB, RG41 5BN Division: NESO Security Job Type: Requisition Number: 61370 Department: Business Services Job Function: Information Technology About the Role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) is on a journey towards a sustainable and secure energy future. Together we build on this momentum, advancing the Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) plan for zero carbon operability of the electricity system by 2025. National Energy System Operator (NESO) are now looking for a Specialist Cyber Security Operations Engineer to join us! As a Specialist Cyber Security Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for building and deploying innovative cyber technologies across the NESO estate, serving as the foundation of NESO’s Cyber Security Operations (CSO) capability. This position requires a deep expertise in cyber security and will focus on the centralisation of forensic telemetry from across the various critical systems which balance the UK energy system. You will provide guidance to the wider Cyber Operations Engineering function, assist in the identification of new disruptive technologies, spearhead process improvements and technological enhancements, collaborate with stakeholders throughout the business, and ensure the creation of a cohesive function. This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. Key Accountabilities
Build and deploy innovative technical solutions to advance the security capability of the Cyber Security Operations function. Manage and oversee the configuration of various security tools to enable key stakeholders, such as CSOC and Threat Hunting and Detection Engineering (THaDE). Collaborate with application administrators across the business to onboard data sources into the SIEM data lake. Optimise forensic telemetry collection mechanisms to ensure accurate and efficient parsing and ingestion to the SIEM. Build resilient forensic telemetry collection technologies to support 24/7/365 monitoring of NESO and its control systems by CSO. Spearhead process improvement and curate, update and develop an internal cyber engineering knowledgebase. About You
We’re looking for someone who: Is passionate about security and building secure infrastructure. Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex situations. Has a keen awareness of current and emerging cyber threats, trends, and best practices. Has proven experience working with SIEM platforms and related tooling. Is familiar with SIEM telemetry onboarding processes and techniques. Is experienced in treating cyber operations engineering with a Software Development Lifecycle mindset. Is knowledgeable about various data source formats and protocols. Is comfortable with scripting or programming languages. Has experience in troubleshooting and resolving data quality or ingestion issues. Has previously worked closely with security tooling. Is familiar with security incident response and investigation processes. Has strong communication and collaboration abilities. May have relevant certifications, but this is not required. About What You'll Get
A competitive salary between £55,000 to £65,000 – 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. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. About Us
National Energy System Operator (NESO) is responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system. The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government. More Information
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential. #LI-HYBRID #LI-BO
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