Cybersecurity Lead - IT & Digital

Position Description 

As the OT Cybersecurity Lead for ESBN you will oversee the compliance of Cyber Security approach for the business, this is achieved through coordination with the Cyber Security Specialists in each function assisting them to align their work to the organisational priorities. You will be responsible for ensuring that all work being completed across ESBN are assessed in terms of vulnerabilities and exposure to internal or external attack. Promote awareness of strategic initiatives and encourage self-sustaining security practices and behaviours within delivery teams. 

Key Responsibilities  

 Key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to; 

• Aligning the ESBN Cybersecurity Strategy with overall Cybersecurity Architecture and with Business Strategy 

• Oversee the management of ESBN Cybersecurity standards and baselines in coordination with Cyber Security Manager. 

• Conduct and lead comprehensive assessments of information security and privacy policies and procedures against applicable regulations, laws, policies and standards. 

• Collaborating with Enterprise Security Architect, Security Engineering and Security Operations Teams on design, testing and implementation of Cybersecurity architecture. 

• Engaging with business units, measuring KPIs, running engagements with NCSC supporting completion of corrective action plans with Enterprise Services. 

• Lead weekly meetings with Asset OT Cybersecurity specialists from all the units to discuss security concerns on common platform. 

• Maintain IT/OT risk management processes to the organisation's overall approach and ensuring process implementation and training. 

Experience & Qualifications  

Essential 

• Degree in related studies 

• Expert knowledge in IT/OT security best practice and solutions. 

• High level understanding of general IT/OT Cybersecurity knowledge. 

• In depth knowledge of industrial control systems. 

• Understanding of project management principles. 

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of vulnerability remediation. 

• Experience in compliance auditing frameworks. 

Desirable 

• Should be certified or have relevant experience in (ISO27001, ISO9001, IEC62443, NIS2, Cyber Fundamentals) 

• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10. 

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent. 

• Ability to work in a team environment. 

• Ability to take initiative and be proactive. 

• Experience in increasing levels of managing/leadership. 

• Complex problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Creative and critical thinking skills. 

 Location 

This position will be based in Gateway East Wall/Leopardstown Road. 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team and that individual.  

Reporting to 

The successful candidate will report into the Business Continuity & Cyber Security Assurance Manager 

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Career development through mentoring and training 
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€71,000 to €84,000 per annum

Closing Date

16th February 2026

Additional Background checks will be required as part of the recruitment process for this position.