Lead Senior Cyber Security Architect

Job Description

Technology security is one of the defining challenges of our time, and at SPEN Renewables, we’re tackling it head-on. As part of our ambitious security transformation programme, we’re investing in building a cyber-resilient business that meets UK NIS regulations and transparently reduces risk across our critical national infrastructure.

What you’ll be doing

We’re looking for a Lead Senior Cyber Security Architect to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cyber security within the renewables sector. Reporting directly to the Head of Cyber Security Architecture, this role is central to delivering our strategic security vision and ensuring that our network and information systems are protected, resilient, and prepared for evolving cyber threats.

This is a hands-on leadership role that blends technology, governance, and strategic influence. You’ll work across Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Security, and Business IT teams, aligning closely with Corporate Security to embed secure-by-design principles and drive cultural change. You’ll be responsible for setting technology standards, strengthening assurance, and delivering secure services that support business-wide architecture.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking an experienced technologist with a strong background in cyber security architecture, governance, and risk management. You’ll bring deep knowledge across multiple technology domains—from cloud and SaaS to OT and enterprise infrastructure—and have the ability to lead high-performing teams, manage senior stakeholder relationships, and deliver cost-effective, scalable security solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute from the outset, helping shape the strategic direction of a dynamic and evolving function. With significant scope for personal development and career progression, you’ll be at the forefront of securing the future of renewable energy infrastructure.

If you’re ready to lead, influence, and innovate in a critical area of national importance, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.