Cybersecurity Specialist - PERMANENT

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Dublin City/Hybrid
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Cyber Security
  • Industry

    Energy, Utilities & Mining
  • Pay

    Competitive Salary and Benefits

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist - Permanent - Dublin/Hybrid

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 Generation Engineering Department in Engineering and Major Projects is the Centre of Engineering for our clients generation businesses and provides consultancy services in generation technology for the generation business. This includes optimising the long-term performance of the Generation Assets through process performance optimisation and portfolio long-term asset management, as well as continuously driving improvements in overhaul management, safety, technical and engineering standards, and the delivery of new power plant projects as part of the Strategy on “Net Zero by 2040”.
The OT Cybersecurity Senior Professional is part of the C&I Team and will report to the OT Cybersecurity Team Lead. The purpose of the role is to support maintaining a strong cyber security posture across the clients Generation portfolio. It will cover a range of activities in alignment with the generation cybersecurity operating model, the cybersecurity plan, assisting in the assessment, audit, and review process, and existing or emerging vulnerabilities and threats that could impact the Operational Technology environment in the generation business.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience in the generation sector or a comparable industry in OT Cybersecurity. You will have proven experience in cybersecurity roles, with specific expertise in OT/ICS security. You will have familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as the ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Cyber Assessment Framework, and IEC/ISA 62443, along with being proficient with tools for Active Directory, SIEM, Firewall, IDS, Antivirus, Backup etc. Furthermore, you possess excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex systems and identify security risks.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and benefits. This role offers the opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to a net-zero carbon future. They provide a progressive, hybrid working model and support career development through mentoring and training. Employees can engage in Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities, sports and social clubs, and networking events. Additional benefits include access to pension, staff well-being programmes, and generous parental leave entitlements.


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