Lead OT Cyber Security Engineer

GE Vernova
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Tech stack

Burp Suite
Computer Security
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
SharePoint
Systems Architecture
Wireshark
System Availability
Information Technology
Cybercrime
Nessus

Job description

  • Lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial network and OT security systems in line with organisational objectives, industrial standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to safeguard critical OT assets.
  • Develop and implement project-specific system architecture models tailored to customer requirements.
  • Configure, harden, and secure industrial network systems, ensuring redundancy and high availability to minimise downtime.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800 series, ISO 27001, and industry regulations.
  • Monitor emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends to enhance OT security posture.
  • Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to engineering and project teams.
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, IP design, and verification plans.
  • Mentor and coach junior engineers to develop skills, knowledge, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Network engineering?, * Degree-level qualification in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field, OR equivalent professional experience and certifications.

  • Proven experience in OT cyber security or network engineering within an OT/industrial environment, typically gained in 5 years.
  • Hands-on experience configuring, hardening, and securing industrial networks and switches/firewalls.
  • In-depth knowledge of OT systems, ICS, SCADA, and DCS technologies.
  • Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, and related industrial standards.
  • Experience with cybersecurity tools such (i.e. Wireshark, Nessus, Burp Suite, CIS Benchmark, Trellix, Acronis), and Microsoft virtual environments.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Nice to have:

  • Experience with antivirus, encryption, and endpoint security tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects or customers concurrently.
  • Collaborative team player with strong influence and communication skills, able to thrive in ambiguous or evolving environments.
  • Relevant professional certifications, such as ISA/IEC 62443, CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA N+, or equivalent.

Benefits & conditions

  • Challenging and exciting projects within marine naval, offshore and industrial applications.
  • A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
  • Attractive compensation with an annual bonus scheme and company car scheme.
  • Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
  • 34 Days vacation (including bank holidays)

About the company

GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today's industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future, it serves specialized sectors such as energy, marine, industry and all related services.

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