Technical Author | 6 – 12 Months | Remote | Operational Technology

An energy sector client is seeking a Technical Author to convert OT cyber security policies into clear, practical procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of NIS regulations, along with a solid understanding of OT security and industrial control systems.

Key Responsibilities of the Technical Author:

• Translate OT cyber security policies, standards, and technical requirements into clear, step-by-step procedures by technology type.
• Develop and maintain OT cyber security procedures aligned to NIS requirements.
• Document how security controls are implemented across operational and industrial environments.
• Ensure traceability between policy intent, security requirements, and operational execution.
• Collaborate with Security, Engineering, and IGRC SMEs to standardise and formalise practices.
• Support document governance, including version control, audit readiness, and approvals.
• Identify and close gaps between policy expectations and operational reality.

Skills and Experience of the Technical Author:

• Must have proven Technical Author experience.
• Must have extensive understanding of NIS regulation framework.
• Must have worked with OT Cyber Security procedure manuals or playbooks.
• Working Knowledge of OT and ICS environments (PLC, DCS, SCADA, SIS, HMI, RTU)
• Power Generation or Critical national infrastructure experience is highly desirable.

The Successful Technical Author will may require site visits to either Glasgow or Leeds for meetings with Stakeholders.

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Matt Farrell