Operational Security Management Specialist

bp
Sunbury-on-Thames, UK
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Analysis Bash Shell Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Python (Programming Language) Modbus OLE for Process Control Windows PowerShell Kusto Query Language Wireshark Scripting Information Technology Process Control Systems
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Nessus Operational Systems Splunk

Job description

Technology is making a difference in bp’s plans to invest in today’s energy system and help build tomorrow’s. As an expert community of science, safety and security, as well as digital specialists, our aim is to advance and protect bp. We use our expertise to help improve efficiency, increase effectiveness and harness the transformational potential of digital technologies to deliver value.

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

You will work with

The Operational Technology (OT) Specialist is part of our global OT Security Solutions team.

This team secures bp’s process control networks and operational technology (OT) systems. We work with business teams to protect physical systems critical to frontline operations. We design and enforce security controls and collaborate with site teams to ensure smooth operation of those controls., The Operational Security Solutions Specialist will support development and deployment of security solutions for OT environment. You will contribute to solution designs, operational processes and procedures and identify or develop automated processes to simplify the service., * Working within a delivery squad you will support design, configuration, and delivery of security solutions for ICS systems.

  • Collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement security best practices.
  • Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve existing security services.
  • Learn and apply industry standards such as NIST SP 800-82 and ISA/IEC 62443.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Splunk?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field.

  • Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC).
  • Understanding of engineering and operational procedures, utilized at industrial facilities within the OT domain.
  • Familiarity with mainstream industrial control system vendor solutions and the architectures - Honeywell, ABB, Emerson, Rockwell.
  • Interest in cybersecurity principles and threat landscapes in OT environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and track record of delivering technology solutions.
  • Effective communication and a strong willingness to learn.

Nice to Have

  • Project and design experience in ICS and/or cybersecurity.
  • Exposure to tools like MDIoT, Sentinel, Wireshark, Nessus, or Splunk.
  • Knowledge of data analysis and scripting (KQL, Python, PowerShell, or Bash)

Benefits & conditions

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.

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