Job Specifications
Role Title: Senior Engineer – Cyber Security (Operational Technology / Industrial Control Systems)
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to be involved in delivering an industry-leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of nuclear power station.
About The Role
You will develop, maintain, and justify the approach to cybersecurity assurance across C&I systems within the SMR. You’ll work closely with multiple departments, particularly safety, to ensure that security and safety requirements are integrated throughout the system lifecycle. You will also provide technical oversight of activities within the C&I department to ensure systems are protected from cyber risks and incidents.
Key Aspects Of The Role Include
Provide technical leadership on cybersecurity issues for OT systems across the C&I lifecycle
Develop and maintain security justifications within the C&I Safety and Security case using a claims-arguments-evidence approach
Support interactions with safety specialists and engineers to integrate safety and cybersecurity requirements
Engage with international standards bodies and national research groups for cybersecurity
Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments and support remediation activities
Review design specifications to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and identify gaps against international standards and relevant good practice
Implement industrial cybersecurity standards and frameworks using a risk-based, proportionate approach
Support governance, policies, and procedures related to the security lifecycle
Ensure optimum cybersecurity solutions across procurement, production, operation, and maintenance phases
Contribute to training and cybersecurity culture awareness within C&I teams
We’ll Need You To
Lead cybersecurity assurance activities for OT and ICS systems
Collaborate across disciplines to integrate safety and security requirements
Apply structured methodologies for risk-based cybersecurity compliance
Deliver high-quality technical documentation and reviews
Key Skills Required
Significant experience with standards such as BS EN 61513, IEC 62645, IEC 62859, and relevant good practice (e.g., SCSC-173)
Working knowledge of software-based C&I systems, PLCs, and associated cybersecurity strategies
Experience producing substantiation using CAE or GSN techniques
Ability to present complex information clearly and work collaboratively across disciplines
Experience acting as an intelligent customer, specifying and reviewing third-party work
Degree in engineering and a relevant cybersecurity qualification (e.g., GICSP) or equivalent experience
Location:
Hybrid working with one of the following locations as your primary site: Derby, Manchester or Warrington.
Salary And Package
The salary band for this will be between £53,700 - £70,500 dependent on the skills, values, and knowledge you bring. There may be some flexibility with the starting salary in exceptional cases, and, in due course, there is the potential for you to develop the role further.
Benefits Include
Bonus - Performance-related target opportunity 12.5%
Benefits Allowance - £2,200 per annum for a bespoke package
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
Holidays - 28 days (+ public holidays) with ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover
Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
Home Office Support - £250 one-off payment for new starters
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer a flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment, opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business, and a culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
Selection Process
The closing date for this role is 30th March 2026.
#WeareSMR #destinationnuclear
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are
About the Company
Climate change and its consequences are one of the greatest challenges ever to face mankind. The global challenge around decarbonisation is huge.
At Rolls-Royce SMR, our vision is simple – we want to provide clean, affordable energy for all.
A new approach to delivering nuclear power
Our Small Modular Reactor is an integrated power station, that takes well understood, existing nuclear technology and applies a factory-based philosophy to its fabrication and assembly.
This repeatable, standardised approach generates hu...
Know more