OT Cybersecurity Engineer
Our client, a leading firm in the cyber security sector, is currently seeking an OT Cybersecurity Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent position is focused within the energy industry, playing a crucial role in ensuring the secure development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, processes, and controls for Operational Technologies (OT).
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Threat and Risk Assessment process for client products, solutions, and services.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for OT components within solutions and services.
- Provide secure design and architecture support for OT projects following Purdue Model principles (Levels 0-3).
- Contribute to security baselines, code-signing processes, and secure boot architecture for OT metering and embedded systems.
- Analyse firmware vulnerabilities using appropriate tools without impacting operational availability.
- Support security testing throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring security factory acceptance tests are undertaken.
- Integrate OT asset visibility and threat detection platforms.
- Maintain compliance with energy sector regulations and frameworks, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and others.
- Provide procedural and technical cybersecurity advice to project designers, engineers, and testers.
- Monitor and report on cybersecurity target achievements and proactively suggest improvements.
Job Requirements:
- Experience in cybersecurity with exposure to Operational Technology (OT), ICS, or SCADA utility environments.
- Working knowledge of core OT security principles, technologies, and processes, including ISA/IEC 62443 framework.
- Understanding of firmware and hardware security concepts, including cryptographic signing and hardware security modules (HSMs).
- Familiarity with sector-specific protocols such as DNP3, IEC (phone number removed)-104, Modbus, and OPC UA.
- Skills in problem-solving, analytical abilities, and strong organisational skills.
- Relevant degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- Relevant certifications such as GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443 Specialist, or GRID are desirable.
- Ability to work effectively and responsibly without close supervision, supporting a collaborative team environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity for professional development and training
- Work on a variety of challenging projects
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Comprehensive employee benefits package
If you are a skilled OT Cybersecurity Engineer looking to advance your career in a forward-thinking and prestigious company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our client's dedicated team.