Description

Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy partnering with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio, providing cyber security consultancy across both IT and OT environments.The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual with relevant experience of implementing Cyber Security across an Operational Technology (OT) environment such as energy, utilities, automotive, CNI and/or transportation. The candidate will be required to demonstrate experience of working across multiple engagements, providing consultancy focused on understanding our customers'' business and building trust. The candidate will have proven experience of winning work and supporting business growth, as well as providing Cyber Security expertise across people, process and technology, covering strategic and advisory through to secure solution design. To be successful in this role you need to have the ability to work on multiple projects and with many stakeholders concurrently.RequirementsResponsible primarily for client delivery with contribution to business development and collaboration within the Cyber Security Business UnitCollaborating with clients to understand their business processes and objectives, identifying high-value Cyber Security use cases, providing guidance and recommendations on solutions for Critical National Infrastructure clientsBuilding successful working relationships with team members, key clients and stakeholders that improves the value of the Cyber Security services being deliveredProviding leadership and the ability to manage and develop a teamDeveloping and driving capability growth and contributing to strategy within the Cyber Security Business UnitApplying knowledge in a broad range of contexts covering people, process and technology relating to the cyber risk management of OT/ICSCreating client policies and procedures to meet corporate and regulatory requirements and standardsPerforming Cyber Security risk assessments and determining the most cost-effective deployment of security controls and solutions in line with the client''s business risk appetite to protect OT/ICS environmentsCollaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure security and compliance are implemented throughout the development life cycleSelecting appropriate technology to meet clients'' security requirements and help them deploy that technology in live OT/ICS environmentsReviewing code and conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilitiesExperience/Skills:Proven experience of delivering Cyber Security consultancy in OT/ICS environments within relevant CNI sectors such as civil nuclear, energy and transportAn excellent communicator, verbal and writtenAbility to work on multiple projects and tasks concurrently, successfully balancing internal capability growth and client priorities and delivering security outcomes to tight deadlines whilst managing client stakeholder expectationsAbility to work effectively both individually and within a teamExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressureAbility to communicate technical ideas and issues to both technical and non-technical audiencesGood understanding of OT/ICS systems, how they are designed, deployed and operatedFamiliarity with OT cyber security standards or regulatory frameworks including but not limited to IEC 62443/ISA, NIST CSF, NCSC CAF, the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations and ISO21434Automotive cyber expertise would be desirable with knowledge of UN155/156 regulationsGICSP, IEC/ISA 62443 or other cyber security qualifications with strong relevance to OT cyber would be an advantageSuccessful candidates will be required to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interviewFlexibility over travel throughout the UK for client engagementsBenefitsAutonomy to develop and grow your skills and experienceBe part of exciting project work that is making a difference in societyStrong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadershipA supportive and collaborative environmentDevelopment

- access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and trainingWellness

- 24/7 confidential employee assistance programmeFlexible Working

- including home working and part timeSocial

- office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causesTime Off

- 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each yearVolunteering

- 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisationPension

- Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contributionDiscretionary Company Bonus

- based on company and individual performanceLife Assurance

- of 4 times base salaryPrivate Medical Insurance

- which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Worldwide Travel Insurance

- which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Enhanced Maternity and Paternity PayTravel

- season ticket loan, cycle to work schemeSeniority level

- Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

- Full-timeJob function

- Information TechnologyIndustries

- IT Services and IT Consulting#J-18808-Ljbffr