CYBERSECURITY OFFICER

Our organisation was created in 1990 as a vendor of integrated modelling software to the energy industry. Since then, we have built up a hugely successful business with more than 450 clients across the world, ranging from small consultancies to major multinational corporations. In our last trading year, the company turned over £66m and has significant cash reserves which are to be held for future expansion.

In this regard, we see an exciting future which embraces the challenges around energy transition technologies and renewables. In addition, we see huge scope in applying the lessons that we have learnt within this industry to other sectors, notably mining, banking, renewable energy, and medicine.

With this in mind the company is on the cusp of a major expansion. Part of this involves the relocation of the headquarters of PE Limited (Petex) from Edinburgh to Guildford in Surrey, to take advantage of the improved travel links, recruitment possibilities, and links to London. Our Guildford office is open as of September 2024, and is set to become the company headquarters in September 2025.

Our package offers a competitive salary plus other benefits, including performance related bonus and company pension.

PE Limited (Petex) is looking for a motivated individual to join our growing team in Guildford. You will be responsible for ensuring the security of the organisation's information systems and data. This role involves developing and implementing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and responding to security incidents. You will work closely with other departments to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Monitor, analyse and investigate security alerts, responding appropriately, documenting findings and collaborating with relevant teams.
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits and penetration tests to identify potential vulnerabilities.
• Investigate and propose new technologies which would help improve our security posture.
• Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure security measures are integrated into all systems and processes.
• Manage and conclude third party Cybersecurity assessments.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of security tools and technologies.
• Promote and conduct security awareness and training for employees.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Prepare and present security reports to senior management.

Preferred Skills / Requirements

• Ideally around 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, ITIL, NIST).
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with cloud and internet security.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Qualifications / training desirable but not essential.