OT Cybersecurity Engineer

Managed Services

Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

3 - 8 Years

Job Location

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Education

Bachelor of Science

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

In this role, you will work closely with engineering, IT, and operations teams to design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity controls that ensure the availability, integrity, and safety of OT systems while supporting business and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity controls for OT/ICS environments
  • Monitor, assess, and respond to cybersecurity threats impacting OT systems
  • Conduct OT risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and security audits
  • Implement network segmentation, firewalls, intrusion detection, and secure remote access for OT networks
  • Support incident response activities related to OT cybersecurity events
  • Collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams to align IT and OT security practices
  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001)
  • Develop and maintain OT cybersecurity policies, procedures, and documentation
  • Support security requirements for new OT projects, upgrades, and system integrations
  • Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on OT cybersecurity best practices

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements

  • Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity or industrial network security
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA, PLCs, DCS, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC, DNP3)
  • Strong understanding of OT network architecture and segmentation
  • Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security in OT environments
  • Knowledge of OT cybersecurity standards and frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST, ISA/IEC)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, CISM, or IEC 62443
  • Experience in critical infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, or utilities sectors
  • Familiarity with SIEM, SOC operations, and threat detection in OT environments
  • Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to balance security requirements with operational availability
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
  • High attention to detail and documentation

Company Industry

  • IT - Software Services

Department / Functional Area

  • Engineering

Keywords

  • OT Cybersecurity Engineer

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