OT Security Consultant - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced OT Security Consultant to join Sword Group in a remote capacity. As an OT Security Consultant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the security of operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems. This position offers the opportunity to work with various organizations, applying your expertise to improve their OT security posture.

What You'll Do

• Lead OT / ICS security engagements across energy and wider critical infrastructure environments.
• Plan and conduct site surveys to identify OT assets, architectures, and vulnerabilities.
• Assess OT security posture against recognized standards and best practices.
• Develop pragmatic improvement roadmaps that balance security, safety, and operational continuity.
• Support clients with OT security governance, policy, standards, and procedures.
• Lead risk assessments, gap analyses, audits, and remediation planning.
• Work with vendors and third parties to assess and manage supply chain risk.
• Present findings and recommendations to both technical teams and senior stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor throughout delivery, from initial assessment to implementation.
• Support and mentor other OT consultants and engineers within the team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in OT / ICS cyber security.
• Strong understanding of industrial environments and operational constraints.
• Proven experience across one or more OT security domains, such as network architecture, asset discovery, and endpoint protection.
• Experience delivering assessments, reports, and actionable improvement plans.
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• GICSP certification preferred; additional cyber security certifications beneficial.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of recognized standards and frameworks, including IEC 62443, NERC CIP, and NESA OG86.
• Experience in developing and implementing security policies.
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Personalized career development plans tailored to your goals.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave allowance and enhanced family-friendly benefits.
• Access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes.

At Sword, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement.