Junior Cyber Security and Network Engineer

Join Wood!  It’s a future for all of us.  We aspire to shape a better tomorrow by unlocking solutions that address the biggest challenges facing our clients and our society.

Wood is recruiting for Junior Cyber Security & Network Engineers to join our Cyber and Networking team across our Digital Consulting business based in our UK office(s).

As a Wood Junior Cyber Security & Network Engineer, you will join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

The Role

Wood is deeply committed to the development of their people and recognises the importance of growing a talented team of professionals with expertise in Digital Consulting in order to ensure the future success of the organisation and the Energy sectors that we support.

As a Junior Cyber Security & Network Engineer, you will receive on the job training and learn how to assist in the provision of cyber security, networking, secure architectures, solutions, vulnerability and risk assessments, technologies and procedures to support Wood assignments / project teams and clients.

Join our team as a Junior Cyber Security & Network Engineer and work on exciting projects under the guidance of experienced supervisors and mentors. As a Junior Cyber Security & Network Engineer, you will:

• Secure Industrial Control Systems (ICS): Ensure compliance with industry standards such as IEC 62443, NIST, and ISO 27001.
• Conduct Cybersecurity Assessments: Evaluate the robustness of cybersecurity architectures and perform risk and vulnerability assessments on client systems and network devices.
• Design and Implement Secure Networks: Assist in creating secure networks and solutions that meet client requirements, including implementing measures to mitigate security risks.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with teams such as functional safety and control system teams to integrate security measures into various systems.
• Support Technical Engineering: Contribute to the technical aspects of automation project design and implementation.
• Prepare Documentation and Perform Maintenance: Prepare engineering studies and network & cyber design documentation and perform maintenance and troubleshooting under supervision.
• Assist in Project Management: Use tools to help manage and report on project costs, schedules, and risks.

At the end of your initial training period, you may choose to specialise in a specific area such as Securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS), ensuring compliance with industry standards, conducting risk assessments and management, or focusing on cost planning and estimating. Alternatively, you might prefer to become a generalist, gaining a broad range of skills across various domains. There are multiple career paths available to suit your interests and strengths.

Who we are looking for 

We are seeking high-achieving candidates with diplomas or foundation degrees in Cyber Security, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology who have a strong desire to learn and kickstart their career.  

The ideal candidate should have an understanding or interest in cyber security, networking, Operational Technology, and Cyber Physical Systems. They should be familiar with cyber security methodologies and processes, including designing secure networks, network segmentation, integration, security policies, and cyber security management and planning. A solid understanding of cyber security standards and familiarity with the different domains and areas within cyber security is crucial.

Candidates should enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment, problem-solving, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  They should be excited by cyber security and eager to learn. Most importantly, they should be willing to take on assignments where the approach or solution isn’t known at the outset.

Our Clients and Projects

Within our Digital Consulting business, we service a varied client base worldwide, including utilities, power generation, nuclear and pharmaceutical companies.  We provide value add services bespoke to the clients' requirements across advisory services, technical specialists, project management, owners engineering through all the phases of the project lifecycle.  The work that we do for our clients is key to making the energy transition possible.

What we offer our Junior Engineers:

• Structured development program within our Digital Consulting business
• Technical and personal development: Access to a wealth of resources and opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive support: Assigned a buddy and departmental manager, plus mentorship from industry experts
• Rotations across relevant business areas: Enhance your knowledge and experience to become a well-rounded Cyber Security Engineer
• Meaningful and interesting projects: Hands-on experience with real-world projects delivered to industry leaders
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with incremental increases as you progress
• Flexible benefits package: Inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Early Careers Network (ECN): Join your peers within our ECN and have the opportunity to support and share ideas with other juniors and recent graduates across our business units
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that’s understandable.  However, we would still like to hear from you.  At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all of the talent that is out there.  We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.  So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges….do apply.

Expected:

• Possess a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline, or an equivalent qualification gained through vocational training and/or industry experience. For instance, you might hold an HND in Cyber Security, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
• A keen interest in cybersecurity and network engineering.
• Basic understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective organisation and planning skills.
• Good communication skills both written and oral.
• Uses initiative and a proactive approach.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience either voluntary or work placement within a cyber security or engineering environment is desirable.

Are you ready to kickstart your career, in cybersecurity and network engineering? 
Follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood! 

 

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Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
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