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Cloud Security Manager

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Lead cloud security strategy and team across Azure, AWS, and GCP.

Key Responsibilities

  • security standards
  • security strategy
  • team mentorship
  • tech innovation
  • subject matter
  • solution evaluation

Tasks

-Develop, implement, and socialize technical patterns, standards and guidance for cloud infrastructure and applications -Align cloud security strategy with overall business objectives and compliance requirements for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS -Mentor a team of cloud security architects and engineers, providing guidance on secure cloud design and best practices -Bring a passion to stay on top of latest technologies; identify and lead the team through opportunities to improve our cloud security portfolio with latest technology as appropriate -Be the subject matter expert for leadership teams to rely on vis-a-via cloud security -Work with the Cloud owners to understand and execute the Cloud vision and requirements -Work closely with the business unit project teams, Cloud Center of Excellence, Software Engineering, DevOps, and Compliance teams to deliver strategic business programs -Lead the evaluation and selection of cloud security solutions and services

Requirements

  • ci/cd
  • cloud security
  • azure
  • aws
  • iam
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Deep understanding of standard software development practices and CI/CD pipelines and tools; proficiency with scripting and programming languages for automation and orchestration -Expertise in cloud security architectures and controls for Azure, AWS and GCP, and experience building and nurturing early-stage cloud security programs -Familiarity with ICS/SCADA/OT environments and architecture, along with industry-relevant standards such as NIST, CIS benchmarks, CSA CCM, and NERC CIP -Strong security foundations to include experience in network security, vulnerability management, identity and access management (IAM), and application security -Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to lead and mentor high-performance teams and build strong relationships with diverse business stakeholders

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine