OT Cyber Security Engineer
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- Lead the technical delivery of OT cybersecurity within automation projects, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, servers and industrial networks.
- Design and implement secure OT network solutions, including managed L2/L3 switches, firewalls and network monitoring.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including risk assessments, asset lists, network diagrams and device configuration standards.
- Apply cybersecurity standards and best practice, particularly IEC 62443, NIS and relevant UK guidance.
- Support vulnerability, patch management, device hardening and threat management activities.
- Design and implement cybersecurity technologies including IDS/IPS, endpoint security and other OT security solutions.
- Work with Project Managers to manage cybersecurity scope, risks, issues and technical delivery.
- Support testing, commissioning and client handover of cybersecurity solutions.
- Provide technical input into bids, proposals and wider automation projects.
- Keep up to date with developments in OT cybersecurity, standards and regulations and contribute to continuous improvement across the business.
Requirements
- A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Cybersecurity or a related discipline.
- Experience delivering cybersecurity solutions within an Operational Technology / industrial automation environment.
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, drives and telemetry.
- Experience with industrial networking, TCP/IP, managed switches and firewalls.
- Experience of cybersecurity technologies such as network monitoring, IDS/IPS, endpoint security and vulnerability management.
- Practical understanding of the IEC 62443 family of standards and defence-in-depth principles.
- Experience taking projects through the full lifecycle, from specification and design through to testing and on-site commissioning.
- Experience with platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, AVEVA or Ignition would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and Windows security within an OT environment.
- Experience with VMware ESXi and industrial communication protocols would be beneficial.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work confidently with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders.
- A structured, adaptable approach with a genuine interest in developing your OT cybersecurity expertise.
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Relevant cybersecurity or engineering certifications are desirable, such as:
- IEC 62443 / ISA
- GICSP
- CISSP
- Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus
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