About the role

National Grid Interconnectors is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future. We operate a number of HVDC Interconnectors that connect the UK’s energy system to some of our closest neighbours, allowing energy to be imported to and exported from the UK.

As well as already owning a portfolio of HVDC Interconnectors, we’re working on developing new projects to ensure that we are able to meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.

We are currently recruiting for a Systems and Cyber Asset Manager for our NSL (North Sea Link) Interconnectors site located in Bedlington.

You’ll work in a team responsible for the security, resilience and compliance of critical systems and networks in National Grid Interconnectors. As a Systems and Cyber Asset Manager, you will manage a team responsible for managing and securing key operational systems critical to the interconnectors operation.

You will be required to be based on site at Bedlington for this role so you must be able to drive and have a full UK driving licence for this role.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage a team of system and cyber asset management and OT engineering professionals.
• Interpret and consult on central policy from the Cyber, Engineering, Assurance and Policy team and implement to your assigned interconnector and control rooms Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, promoting best practices in systems and cyber asset management.
• Manage the team and suppliers to ensure that safe systems of work are compiled to as a paramount priority.
• Creation of reports to support Head of Operations and Maintenance for internal and external forums. For example, Asset Excellence forum, Cyber Forums or to external/regulatory stakeholders.
• You will be responsible for ensuring that the systems, networks, cyber assets and hardware services (e.g. power, air conditioning) are managed appropriately and in-line with regulatory / legislative requirements, business policy, standards and frameworks.
• The priority is to ensure systems remain operable and do not create any operational impacts. This includes OT / cyber physical assets as well as physical security controls such as site access, CCTV, port blocking, alarms etc.
• You and your team will ensure that the systems, networks and cyber assets meet required functional and non-functional requirements.
• You and your team will ensure that the systems, networks and cyber assets are managed and replaced as required through their lifecycles. This includes the management of suppliers and spares and the initiation of projects and tenders as required to meet the resilience, regulatory and business needs.
• You will ensure that outage as well as more frequent activities are coordinated and successfully undertaken.
• Your team are responsible for managing any associated incidents or disaster recovery scenarios and ensuring the teams are suitably tested and prepared.
• You will ensure that a culture of good cyber security is fostered and adhered to.
• You will manage suppliers to ensure they perform to quality, compliance standards and will oversee the budget associated to their management.
• You will manage assurance and audit activities when undertaken.
• Ensure compliance to key regulatory requirements, including compliance reporting in collaboration with other SMEs.
• On occasion, support the delivery of works and services across the Interconnectors Portfolio of IFA, IFA2, NSL and Viking Link sites.
• Participation in a site call out rota on a periodic basis and support live incidents if they occur.

What you'll need

Ideally you will have experience or a background in operational technology with an understanding of the energy industry and be familiar with SCADA and Control and Protection Systems

• Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and networks is a benefit but not required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Confident to oversee and carry out maintenance work on physical hardware.
• Networking qualifications such as CompTIA, Cisco or other ISO/IEC standards are desirable.
• Proficient in asset management software and tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, creating tangible content and analysis
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering business requirements to time and budget constraints.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
•  Awareness or qualifications of other ISO/IEC standards (notably ISA/IEC 62443) are desirable
• Understanding of relevant regulatory requirements (such as the Networks and Information Systems Regulation [NIS]) is beneficial but not essential

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £58,000 - £73,000 per annum– dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About us

National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.

As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority.

More Information

This role closes on 3rd February 2026 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. 

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.