Senior Analyst, Threat Intelligence
About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
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.
About The Role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) are looking for a Threat Intelligence Senior Analyst, Threat Intelligence to join a growing team, the Threat Intelligence Group (TIG).
The team provide a single source of Physical and Cyber Threat Intelligence and advises on the threat landscape to NESO and the wider energy sector, monitor for operational threats, manage our risk exposure, and provide insights to enable security operations. In delivering threat intelligence products to customers within NESO Security and wider organisational departments, the team add value by providing threat assessment and recommendations. The customer driven approach will be further supported by a mindset of continuous improvement.
The Threat Intelligence Senior Analyst will have a keen understanding of the energy sector Physical Security Threat Landscape, the intelligence cycle, and form part of the team to continue to deliver actional threat intelligence.
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
Delivery
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:
A competitive salary of £49,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and capability
As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your helath, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
This role closes at 23:59, on the date displayed at the top of this advert, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment
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. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to shoe their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
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.
About The Role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) are looking for a Threat Intelligence Senior Analyst, Threat Intelligence to join a growing team, the Threat Intelligence Group (TIG).
The team provide a single source of Physical and Cyber Threat Intelligence and advises on the threat landscape to NESO and the wider energy sector, monitor for operational threats, manage our risk exposure, and provide insights to enable security operations. In delivering threat intelligence products to customers within NESO Security and wider organisational departments, the team add value by providing threat assessment and recommendations. The customer driven approach will be further supported by a mindset of continuous improvement.
The Threat Intelligence Senior Analyst will have a keen understanding of the energy sector Physical Security Threat Landscape, the intelligence cycle, and form part of the team to continue to deliver actional threat intelligence.
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
Delivery
- Provide excellence in analysing a variety of security threats and communicating threat to the NESO and the wider energy sector.
- Demonstrates using digital technology and data insights to identify requirements and develop both Physical and Cyber Threat Intelligence outputs.
- Collate, record, evaluate, analyse, and disseminate all source intelligence reporting with a focus on outputs relevant to the NESO and the wider energy sector.
- Provide primary and secondary source intelligence reports, updates, and threat assessments to support operational understanding and threat awareness NESO and the wider energy sector.
- Deliver information in formal reports or as presentations and briefings to internal and external customers.
- Engage stakeholders and maintain relationships to provide intelligence fusion opportunities.
- Maintain relationships with customers to understand their intelligence requirements.
- Maintain relationships with government and energy sector stakeholders to improve understanding of threat intelligence for NESO and the wider energy sector.
- Take active involvement in industry forums and research groups.
- Implement the intelligence cycle effectively to advance understanding of current and emerging threats.
- Support knowledge sharing between the Threat Intelligence function and other teams.
- Observe strict non-disclosure rules about your work, the extent of which may vary.
- Conduct analysis and research to determine the identity, motivations, relationships, targets / victims, capabilities, tooling, and infrastructure of threat actors relevant to NESO and the whole energy sector.
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:
- Team player and experienced at working in multi-disciplinary and diverse teams.
- Proven analytical skills and capable of solving new and complex problems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate the impact and importance of detailed technical information to non-technical and senior audiences.
- Building and maintaining relationships with customers and stakeholders.
- Previous experience in critical national infrastructure or similar sector, involving the analysis and delivery of threat intelligence.
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience with strong background in intelligence and threat analysis
- Ideally additional professional security qualifications/certifications in appropriate areas, and an understanding of the cyber and physical threat landscape
A competitive salary of £49,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and capability
As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.
- You will receive a bonus based on company performance
- 26 days annual leave as standard
- A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your helath, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance
This role closes at 23:59, on the date displayed at the top of this advert, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment
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. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to shoe their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.