Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist

  • Job Reference: R0068790
  • Date Posted: 31 January 2025
  • Employer: Centrica
  • Website: http://www.centrica.com/careers
  • Location: Windsor, Berkshire
  • Salary: On Application
  • Bonus/Benefits: car allowance,
  • Sector: I.T. & Communications
  • Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

Join Centrica's IT Security Team as a Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist!

Are you ready to drive the UK's energy transformation? Centrica is looking for a skilled Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist to join our IT Security team. You'll handle cyber incident investigations, e-Discovery, network forensics, and cyber breach inquiries.

Location: Hybrid working with occasional travel to Windsor.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Carry out forensic analysis and incident response investigations

  • Build and manage forensic and incident infrastructure.

  • Lead cyber forensic investigations.

  • Support weekly security operations calls.

  • Oversee resilience planning and execution of tabletop, war-gaming exercises for cyber incidents.

  • Report progress and escalate incidents.

  • Maintain management dashboards.

  • Perform security reviews and support third-party security services.

  • Track and remediate vulnerabilities.

  • Analyse security reports and manage alerts.

  • Stay updated on security policies and regulations.

Experience Required:

  • Experience in Security Operations and Security Incident Response.

  • Proficiency in SIEM, SEM, and log monitoring.

  • Scripting/programming skills.

  • Knowledge of operating systems, hardware, software platforms, and protocols.

  • Familiarity with security best practices and regulations (ISO 27001, ISF, PCI DSS).

  • Knowledge of emerging risk and threat landscapes in the power utilities, retail energy, or oil and gas industries (desirable).

Education:

Bachelor's degree preferred (but not essential) in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Relevant experience considered.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team supporting sustainable energy solutions and impactful projects.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonus potential.

  • Car allowance.

  • Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Company-funded healthcare plan.

  • 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.

  • Flexible benefits, including technology vouchers, an electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape the future of energy!

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