Cyber Security Associate

• Working with the Incident Response team in maintaining the data breach log and assessing incidents/breaches.
• Carry out open-source intelligence including collaborative working.
• Development of cyber incident playbooks, use cases, etc.
• Write, review, or contribute towards risks assessment in a digital service.
• Review and maintain Data Privacy Impact Assessments and other data protection collateral.
• Provide security risk advice, guidance, and support to the business.
• Assist with department security education and awareness.

Cyber Regulatory

• Collaborating and working with Cyber Advisors on the NIS Directive, its application across the DGE sector and engaging with Operators of Essential Service (OES).
• Visiting OES operational sites (e.g., generation site) with the Engagement or Assurance teams.
• Assessing RIIO (Revenue= Incentives + Innovation + Outputs) submissions from a cyber perspective.
• Collaborating with Cyber Security Architects on DGE cyber architecture guidance.
• Researching cyber related technologies.
• Collaborating and working with the Assurance team on cyber related inspections.
• Contribute to the development of cyber security programme and project plans, management of workflows and maintaining a programme risk log.

General

• Research and implement practises that promote a diverse workforce within Cyber., We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together, You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word ‘personal statement’ evidencing how you meet the essential skills and capabilities listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by [https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn]. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks., * UK nationals

• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

We’re looking for candidates with a strong interest in cybersecurity and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring good analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside the ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships.

In return, you’ll join a collaborative and inclusive environment with flexible working opportunities and the chance to rotate across different teams within the Cyber Profession. You’ll benefit from a wide range of training and development opportunities, exposure to diverse areas of cybersecurity, and the chance to be involved in impactful, ground-breaking work., * A strong interest in security/cyber security, and/or an awareness of how critical national infrastructure is protected (Lead Criteria).

• Willing to be flexible, learn quickly, and deliver on a number of different projects, using good analytical and problem-solving skills (Lead Criteria).
• Able to communicate (in person, over video/phone, and written) effectively and build strong relationships within a team.
• These opportunities would suit individuals who have previous experience within fields such as cyber security, or similar such as within an IT environment or have completed or are completing further education or qualifications within a relevant field.

Alongside your salary of £26,694, OFGEM contributes £7,733 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.

Ofgem is working at the forefront of the fight to combat cyber threats to Britain’s critical energy infrastructure, strengthening the resilience of a system that millions rely on every day. We’re looking for Cyber Security Associates to join us to support and enhance cyber resilience across the energy sector. Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people. We’re offering three permanent opportunities to join a growing and forward-thinking Cyber Profession at a pivotal moment for the sector. This is an exciting entry point into a high-impact area, where you’ll contribute to protecting energy supply, data and systems that underpin daily life across the UK. You’ll be part of a mission-led team working across both regulatory and operational environments to strengthen security outcomes. From day one, you’ll be immersed in a varied and fast-evolving environment, gaining exposure to both cybersecurity and operational technology within the Downstream Gas and Electricity sector. You’ll contribute to improving resilience across Ofgem and the wider energy system, supporting work that has a real-world impact on national infrastructure. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you’ll collaborate with experts across cyber regulation, security, privacy and resilience, helping to shape how risks are understood and managed. With opportunities to engage across government, industry and internal teams, you’ll play a key part in influencing how the sector responds to emerging threats and challenges., Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of these Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website. You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply