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OT Cyber Security Engineer

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Heysham

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Job Description

OT Cyber Security Engineer
 Morecambe, Lancashire – Permanent – Competitive Salary

VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation in the industrial technology and energy sector to hire an OT Cyber Security Engineer. This role focuses on safeguarding Operational Technology (OT) and Plant Computing Systems (PCS) through robust cyber security practices, compliance management, and continuous improvement. You’ll work onsite within a highly regulated environment, supporting system security, risk management, and operational resilience across critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities of the OT Cyber Security Engineer:

Support configuration control, malware checks, backups, and digital forensic investigations for OT/PCS systems
Maintain accurate asset inventories, risk registers, and network diagrams
Identify, assess, and manage cyber risks to OT assets
Administer and maintain CBSIS documentation, including risk assessments and operating procedures
Participate in cyber incident response activities and deliver security awareness training
Work with system engineers to implement and enforce security requirements
Ensure compliance with IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and EDF standards
Support software library management, version control, and configuration tracking
Promote knowledge sharing and capability development within the OT cyber team
Key Requirements of the OT Cyber Security Engineer:

Degree or HND in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related discipline
Hands-on experience with ICS, SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial protocols such as Modbus, OPC, or HART
Strong understanding of network security principles, DMZ architecture, and secure configurations
Familiarity with both modern and legacy industrial computing systems
Experience with cyber governance, documentation, and compliance frameworks
Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships across technical and operational teams
Full UK driving licence and residence within 60 minutes of Heysham
Eligible for SC clearance
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OT Cyber Security Engineer
 Morecambe, Lancashire – Permanent – Competitive Salary

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