Cyber Risk Specialist
Cadent Gas Limited
Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber risks across Cadent’s IT estate.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Gas Distribution
Infrastructure Services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Gas Distribution
Energy
Infrastructure
Utilities
Residential
Commercial
Emergency Services
Hydrogen Energy
Role
What you would be doing
risk assessment
incident investigation
framework development
continuous improvement
cyber mitigation
assurance assessment
As our Cyber Risk Specialist, you’ll play a key role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber risks across Cadent’s IT estate. You’ll support the development of risk frameworks, conduct assurance assessments, and provide actionable insights to strengthen our cyber posture. This is a hands-on role that blends technical understanding with strategic oversight, offering exposure to critical national infrastructure and the opportunity to influence how Cadent manages cyber threats and compliance.
- Continuous Improvement – Champion knowledge sharing and process enhancement.
- Operational Assurance – Conduct assessments and support incident investigations.
- Strategic Impact – Shape cyber risk frameworks and influence decision-making.
What you bring
risk management
cissp
collaboration
cloud security
iso27001
communication
- Experience in cyber risk management and information security roles.
- Relevant certifications (e.g. Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, Microsoft).
- Collaborative Culture – Work across risk, security, and procurement teams.
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, cloud security, and systems architecture.
- Integrity and confidence when engaging senior stakeholders.
- Strong communication and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of risk frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST RMF.
Retail discounts, gym access, and more
An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Annual bonus
Career development with funded learning options
25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Professional Growth – Develop your skills in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment.
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Company
Overview
130,000 kilometers
Gas Pipelines Network
Manages an extensive network of gas pipelines across the UK, ensuring reliable energy distribution.
11 million customers
Households Served
Provides essential gas distribution services to over 11 million households across the UK.
- Founded to manage the UK's gas distribution network, Cadent Gas plays a key role in the delivery of energy across the country.
- With a focus on the future, Cadent is investing heavily in the development of low-carbon and renewable gas technologies.
- Major projects include upgrading infrastructure for hydrogen gas, building new pipelines for energy-efficient solutions, and ensuring the safety and reliability of the UK's gas network.
- Cadent Gas is known for its commitment to improving the gas distribution network's efficiency, leveraging cutting-edge technology for sustainable energy delivery.
- The company’s work is pivotal in supporting the UK’s shift towards a net-zero future while ensuring continued energy security.
- Community: We’re one business, focused on the needs of the communities we serve.
- Commitment: We're dedicated to deliver on our promises, keeping focused on safety and doing the right thing.
- Curiosity: We explore and embrace new ways of thinking and working to meet the needs of our customers.
- Courage: We challenge ourselves to shape the future and do things better.
- Working together
- Taking responsibility
- Driving performance
- Shaping the future
2050 Net Zero Target
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.
30% Methane Reduction
Pipe Network Upgrades
Upgraded pipe network reduces methane emissions by over 30% before 2030.
206 Tonnes CO₂e Saved
EV Fleet Expansion
Five-fold expansion of the EV fleet since 2022, saving over 206 tonnes of CO₂e annually.
38% Fuel Cost Reduction
Biomethane Trucks
Nine biomethane trucks introduced, reducing fuel costs by 38% compared to diesel.
- Current support for hydrogen blending and future hydrogen conversion to decarbonise network
- 488 EV commercial vehicles deployed, scaling towards zero-emission fleet of ~950 EVs by 2026
- 47,190 tonnes CO₂e saved in 2023 through enhanced gas leakage management
- Only 2.4% of spoil from excavations sent to landfill in 2023
- All three core offices consolidated into a 94,000 m² flagship site in Coventry with BREEAM 'Excellent', solar panels generating 194 MWh/year, and ~30 t CO₂ savings from brise-soleil design
- Route to Net Zero Standard certification and GRESB score 100/100 in 2023
- Five electric vans and five hydrogen response vehicles in London network, aiming for 1,000 zero-emission vehicles network-wide by 2026
- Deployment of hydrogen fuel-cell FCO cars (~400 mile range) in North London
- Used ArcGIS-enabled methane leak detection to proactively fix over 200 leaks and reduce emissions by up to 90% at specific sites
- Environmental goals by 2026: 100% renewable energy procurement; <5% excavated waste to landfill; Wildlife Trust Biodiversity Benchmark across sites
- Demonstrate hydrogen at scale by 2035
50% leadership female
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve gender parity in leadership roles by 2026.
14% ethnic minorities
Workforce Diversity
Target to increase representation of ethnic minorities in the workforce by 2030.
100,000 people inspired
Energy Career Access
Initiative to encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to pursue careers in the energy sector by 2030.
- Ensure Cadent and 100% of local delivery partners deliver best-practice standards on equality, diversity, inclusion, and fair pay by 2026
- Inspire 100,000 people from under-represented or disadvantaged groups to access energy-sector careers by 2030
- Launch hydrogen skills academy and education programme by 2024
- Deliver over 30% of training via social learning and digital solutions by 2025
- Established five employee community groups with executive sponsorship to identify and address underrepresented challenges
- Achieved Disability Confident Level 2, Race at Work Charter signatory, Armed Forces Covenant signatory (MoD Silver Award), Youth Friendly Employer pledge, BAME Apprentice Alliance pledge, Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant, Women in Utilities membership
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