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# OT Cyber Security Engineer

- **Company:** Vantage Consulting
- **Location:** Reading, UK
- **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, VMware ESX Servers, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Patch Management, Windows Security
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobsthamesvalley.co.uk/jobs/apply/ats-redirect/?id=3043611193-2

## About the Role

* A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Cybersecurity or a related discipline.
 * Experience delivering cybersecurity solutions within an Operational Technology / industrial automation environment.
 * Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, drives and telemetry.
 * Experience with industrial networking, TCP/IP, managed switches and firewalls.
 * Experience of cybersecurity technologies such as network monitoring, IDS/IPS, endpoint security and vulnerability management.
 * Practical understanding of the IEC 62443 family of standards and defence-in-depth principles.
 * Experience taking projects through the full lifecycle, from specification and design through to testing and on-site commissioning.
 * Experience with platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, AVEVA or Ignition would be advantageous.
 * Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and Windows security within an OT environment.
 * Experience with VMware ESXi and industrial communication protocols would be beneficial.
 * Strong communication skills and the ability to work confidently with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders.
 * A structured, adaptable approach with a genuine interest in developing your OT cybersecurity expertise.
 * Relevant cybersecurity or engineering certifications are desirable, such as:

 * IEC 62443 / ISA
 * GICSP
 * CISSP
 * Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus

## Description

* Lead the technical delivery of OT cybersecurity within automation projects, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, servers and industrial networks.
 * Design and implement secure OT network solutions, including managed L2/L3 switches, firewalls and network monitoring.
 * Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including risk assessments, asset lists, network diagrams and device configuration standards.
 * Apply cybersecurity standards and best practice, particularly IEC 62443, NIS and relevant UK guidance.
 * Support vulnerability, patch management, device hardening and threat management activities.
 * Design and implement cybersecurity technologies including IDS/IPS, endpoint security and other OT security solutions.
 * Work with Project Managers to manage cybersecurity scope, risks, issues and technical delivery.
 * Support testing, commissioning and client handover of cybersecurity solutions.
 * Provide technical input into bids, proposals and wider automation projects.
 * Keep up to date with developments in OT cybersecurity, standards and regulations and contribute to continuous improvement across the business.