Title:  Security Strategy & Compliance Manager - NESO

About the Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

We are looking for a subject matter expert to lead on delivering NESO’s Security Regulatory Compliance obligations.

By working collaboratively across the NESO, this role will ensure we continue to meet our Regulatory compliance obligations, keep up to date on regulatory changes and drive Cyber regulatory commitments across NESO.

This role will also be responsible for co-ordinating the delivery of the Security Strategy.

This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements. 

Key Accountabilities

• Work across DD&T’s in scope functions for the NIS Regulations to support governance and risk management processes associated with compliance such as defining scope, assessing risk and monitoring improvement plans.
• Co-ordinate, review and submit annual submissions to regulatory bodies, supporting new requirements and consultations working collaboratively across the Group.
• Proactively identify and implement improvements to the efficiency to meet our regulatory obligations.
• Management of evidence to support our assessment position.
• Lead the annual compliance activities to ensure we are meeting our ENTSO-E obligations.

About You

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who: 

• Knowledge of NIS cyber regulation.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks such as ISO27001, CAF and NIST.
• Knowledge of risks and threats to UK energy sector and security issues, techniques and implications across digital platforms, control systems and customer data.
• Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels up to senior leadership to understand business priorities.
• Ability to deliver complex messaging and data in a simple, concise manner and using data and metrics.
• Team-oriented interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with a broad range of people and roles, including IT and business personnel. 

Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent would be advantageous

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At NESO, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

About What You'll Get

A competitive salary of circa £67,000 – £78,000 – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance, 28 days annual leave as standard, and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.

About Us

The creation of National Energy System Operator (NESO) is driven by an urgent need to unify and optimise our approach to energy. A more integrated and coordinated strategy is needed to meet the unprecedented challenges of climate change, ensuring secure energy supply, and keeping costs manageable for consumers.

Join us and empower your potential, energise our team, and be part of something bigger.

Our energy, our future, together.

About The National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

More Information

This role closes on 19/03/2026 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

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.

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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