OT Risk and Compliance Manager

National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. The electricity we provide gets the nation to work, powers schools and brings energy to life. Our energy network connects the nation, so it is essential that it is continually evolving, advancing, and improving. In NGET we are passionate about both operating our network safely and providing highly reliable quality of supply for our customers. At the heart of achieving these outcomes is the effective control and operation of our network. Our Operational Technology Services Network (OTSN) is on a transformative journey. We are transforming the way that we manage and operate the network and are in the process of building an energised, innovative and collaborative team, developing and embracing leading technologies to secure the data flows that enable us to achieve our net zero goals whilst ensuring a resilient network. As Risk & Compliance Manager, you'll work closely with both the Resilience and Security Risk Managers to foster an inclusive culture of secure and resilient Network management and compliance. You'll lead the engagement with OTSN stakeholders to promote and embed a proactive culture to risk and compliance with a particular focus on compliance to regulations, monitoring the secure design, implementation and operation of OTSN technology solutions, platforms and infrastructure. Establishing the OTSN Risk and Compliance strategy and the associated management framework, defining NGET's key objectives for the system and directing how they will be achieved. You will measure achievement of the strategy, overseeing the monitoring, strict adherence and alignment with all internal and external legal and regulatory requirements. This role is based out of our offices in Warwick for 2 days per week and you'll also have the opportunity to work from home, and travel to National Grid sites across the country on an adhoc basis to see the work we do first-hand.

With a background in managing Network or Security Risk, you'll have experience in Risk and Compliance and with NIS-R (Network and Information Systems Regulations). You'll also have the following:

• Demonstrable experience utilising risk assessment methodologies (e.g., NIST 800-30, ISO27005, IEC 62443, FAIR).
• Significant experience with legal and regulatory compliance standards.
• Proven experience taking ownership of and maturing the network risk and compliance capability within an organisation.
• Demonstrable stakeholder management expertise, fostering positive behaviours and leading to successful engagement in risk and compliance activities.
• Knowledge of compliance monitoring procedures and reporting.
• Strong ability to articulate and communicate compliance issues across all levels and hierarchies in the business (from team members, managers, to Board Directors).
• Leadership and team management experience, preferably in a critical infrastructure environment.
  
  At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
  
  A competitive salary of £74,000 - £90,000 - dependent on experience
• An annual performance bonus of up to 15% of your eligible earnings in the performance year
• 37-hour week, with Hybrid working model between Home and Office
• 28 days annual leave, plus eight statutory days.
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave - so long as it's relevant to your role.
• Access to several flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
• Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
• Access to numerous apps which support health, fitness, and wellbeing.