Technology Security Manager (IT/OT)

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Newbridge(Open to public competition)

Bord na Móna are seeking an experienced Technology Security Manager to lead and manage the Technology Security function. The role will be responsible for defining technology security strategy, technology security decisions and implementation of a robust security programme, aligned with standards ISO27001 and ISA/IEC 62443. Reporting to the Head of IT, this leadership role requires expert experience managing IT & OT security systems, especially in electrical and industrial control environments.

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following:

Assess the current IT/OT environment, identify key areas of risk and develop the enterprise security strategy. The candidate will be responsible championing IT & OT, collaborating with leadership, integrating OT principles into future capital projects and for meeting compliance with internal and third-party assessments in IT & OT.

Preparing an annual IT & OT security operational plan/roadmap to deliver on the strategy. Lead day-to-day IT & OT security operations, including access control, asset management, threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management. Provide both classroom, and web based, training on an annual basis to all members of staff, including contractors and third parties. It is expected that the role would be visible and continuously communicating with management, executive leadership and the board.

Establish and maintain IT & OT security policies, procedures, and frameworks based on ISO 27001, ISA/IEC 62443, and other relevant standards and industry best practice. The role is responsible for compliance ISO27001 certification and compliance with NIS2. Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of IT & OT security technologies and tools. Enhance operational resilience of IT & OT assets through the maintenance and testing of incident response, disaster recovery and business continuity policies and plans.

Evaluate emerging cybersecurity threats and IT technologies for adoption, as well as provide guidance to internal technology and business teams. In addition to the awareness training, brief leadership team on a regular basis on Information Security relevant trends, data, and more.

Identify, report and control incidents. Monitor for potential threats both internal and external. Understanding the threat landscape, constantly test the enterprise for weaknesses through vulnerability and penetration testing and adapting the enterprise security programme to remove or mitigate new and emerging threats. All security incidents must be centrally managed to ensure consistency in the management of, and response to incidents. For major incidents prepare post incident reports and lessons learnt and present to senior management and the board as needed.

Build, mentor, and collaborate with IT & OT professionals, support the continuous professional development of IT & OT support staff to ensure they keep up to date with security best practices. Proactively participate in the performance management process to ensure delivery of their own, and the wider team’s objectives.

All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health and Safety, and Welfare of co-employees and members of the public using the premises

The Person:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge and attributes:

Minimum 10+ year of IT infrastructure/application with 5+ years in IT Security field

Professional certifications in CISSP or CISM or equivalent is preferred.

The candidate must have significant experience working with Operational Technology.

The selection process for this role will include candidate screening from application.

If you wish to be considered simply click “Apply” on the job advert, on or before 4th April 2025.

Bord na Móna is an equal opportunities employer.

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