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Operations Cyber Engineer - £51,529 - £70,297 - Company Car

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters thatallow millions of homes and businessesto access the energy they need.We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About The Role

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Operations Cyber Engineer to lead a team of around 7 employees in a pivotal role that will shape the future of cyber operations within our organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to bring all cyber work in-house, contribute to a wide range of innovative projects, and grow professionally in a fast-paced and evolving field.

While the role is advertised as being based in Rugby, we are also able to offer this position from any of the following locations: Wormington, Warrington, Aylesbury, Felindre, or Nether Kellet.

As the technical lead within your operational area, you’ll be responsible for overseeing cyber maintenance of operational technology across the National Transmission System.

You’ll develop and implement Local Work Instructions based on central security policies, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure real-world cyber risk reductions. You’ll also act as the initial point of contact for a specific control system, supporting operations and construction teams with cyber resilience.

This role offers a unique blend of hands-on engineering, leadership, and strategic influence, with full training provided in both National Gas-specific and international cyber standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong engineering background in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering
• Proven ability to lead and coach technical teams
• Experience working within a formal work permit system
• Excellent project management and financial management skills
• High standards of personal integrity and safety awareness
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis capabilities
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to foster a collaborative and resilient team environment
  
  

• BTEC Higher National Certificate (or equivalent) in Instrumentation, Engineering, or Cyber
• Incorporated Engineer status or working towards it
• Full and valid UK Driving Licence
  
  

• Field experience on gas operational sites
• Cyber security experience and/or training
• Experience with control systems, PLCs, or RTUs
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification
  
  

• Annual bonus of up to 6% based on personal and company performance
• Company car if mileage requirements are met (10 thousand miles annually)
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days
• Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance
• Death in service 10x your basic salary
• Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
• Professional development and career progression
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, relevant to your role
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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