Operational Technology Consultant

Company DescriptionAbout usWe believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life.Job DescriptionDo you come equipped with a track record of crafting inventive solutions in critical infrastructure, manufacturing, equipment vendors, or professional services?Mastery in tackling cybersecurity hurdles for organisations, particularly in Operational Technology (OT) security risk management, is indispensable. An adept grasp of the ever-evolving realm of integrated information systems and OT, coupled with the knack for spotting cyber threats and propelling business evolution via digitalisation, is paramount. Your arsenal should encompass a robust team ethos, outstanding communication prowess, and adeptness in nurturing relationships and swaying stakeholders.Flexible working - We are guided by our client work and needs; however, you have autonomy to manage your time and diary to suit your work/life balance.QualificationsSecurity management of industrial control and operational technology systems and applications such as:Process controlSCADADistributed controlPLCs and RTUsIndustrial cyber security and data communicationsElectricity transmission and distribution network control.IoT and Industrial IoTIndustrial cyber security risk management, architecture and security monitoringKey industries such as:Electricity generation, transmission, distribution and distributed energySmart energy and meteringOil and gasWaterCivil NuclearTransport (including aviation, rail, maritime, road and autonomous vehicles)Wider critical infrastructureSecurity standards relating to the sector, including:NCSC NIS Guidance and CAFISO 27001 and ISO 27005NERC CIPISA-99/IEC 62443NIST CSF.We know the skill-gap and ‘somewhat need to tick every box’ can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply – we’d love to hear from you.Apply today by completing our online applicationAdditional InformationLife At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work.We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity – bringing ingenuity to life.Find out more about Life at PA here.We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits:Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional daysGenerous company pension schemeOpportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiativesAnnual performance-based bonusPA share ownershipTax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.#LI-IC2#HYBRID#LI-SW#LI-HybridSummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Management Consulting