Summary Description:
Offshore Cyber Security Consultant for commissioning, configuration, and acceptance testing of Level 3 equipment and services on an HVDC platform. Assignment from 19 January to 27 March 2026 with likely extension into Q2 2026.
Role Type:
Contract
Start Date:
19 January 2026
Location/Language:
Offshore (HVDC platform)
— Language English
Requirements Description:
Candidates must hold valid offshore medical recognized under the Hardanger Agreement (NOGEPA/OLF) and meet physical capability standards. Cardiorespiratory fitness level ≥ 35 required (Chester Step Test, 30cm bench).
Tasks Description:
Commissioning and acceptance testing of Level 3 equipment and services
Configuration, validation, and integration of network and infrastructure components into the management domain
Essential Skills/Experience Description:
Strong background in network & infrastructure engineering in industrial/offshore environments
Windows Server administration, Active Directory domain integration, GPO management
Network device configuration and hardening
Knowledge of backup/recovery solutions, endpoint security, and monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG)
Previous offshore experience
Required offshore training:
GWO Sea Survival OR BOSIET
GWO Work at Height
GWO Manual Handling
GWO Fire Awareness
GWO First Aid
Escape Chute Training
HUET & CA-EBS (must be explicitly listed on certificate; included in BOSIET)
Desirable Skills/Additional Information Description:
Flexibility for rotation schedule (exact rotation TBD)
Assignment is part of an existing project scope
Long-term engagement potential (extension into Q2 2026)
Team Contact:
jude.russell@next-ventures.com