OT Senior Security Engineer

Help AG, an e& enterprise company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity solutions provider in UAE seeks an OT Senior Security Engineer responsible for maintaining and securing Operational Technology systems. The role requires 5-7 years of IT security experience, particularly in OT/ICS environments. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and relevant certifications. Benefits include health insurance, career advancement opportunities, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Health insurance

Career growth

Wellness activities

Learning opportunities

Annual flight tickets

Flexible/hybrid work

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in IT security, with at least 3 years in OT/ICS environments.
• Experience with industrial control systems and energy sectors.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols, network security, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain OT/ICS cybersecurity systems.
• Manage asset inventory for OT cybersecurity resources.
• Identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats to OT systems.

Skills

IT security expertise

OT/ICS environments experience

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Self-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical fields

Certifications such as GICSP or ISA/IEC 62443

Tools

SCADA/DCS systems

Cybersecurity tools (e.g., antivirus, firewalls, IDS/IPS)

Job description

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Help AG is seeking a highly skilled OT Senior Security Engineer responsible for supporting, administering, and maintaining cybersecurity systems within the Operational Technology (OT) environment. This role involves securing OT and OT-IT integration infrastructure in line with cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines.

The role ensures the availability, integrity, and security of OT / ICS systems across critical infrastructure, focusing on three core areas :

• Operate and Maintain (OM)
• Protect and Defend (PR)
• Securely Provision (SP)

Responsibilities

• Support, administer, and maintain OT / ICS cybersecurity systems to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Manage asset inventory of OT cybersecurity resources and supported infrastructure.
• Administer specialized cybersecurity tools (e.g., antivirus, firewalls, IDS/IPS, Data Diodes) including installation, configuration, maintenance, backup, and restoration.
• Manage user accounts, network rights, and access controls for OT / ICS cybersecurity systems.
• Adhere to cybersecurity metrics and KPIs for OT systems.
• Maintain security baseline configurations according to organizational policies.
• Assist custodians in applying security configurations to OT / ICS systems.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity threats to OT systems and networks.
• Use defense tools and collected data to analyze events and prepare remedial actions.
• Implement security measures to resolve vulnerabilities and ensure operational resilience.
• Analyze network topologies to understand data flows and interfaces.
• Work with stakeholders to resolve security incidents and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate data collection for cybersecurity monitoring.
• Monitor external sources for threat intelligence and update defenses accordingly.
• Apply signatures and IOCs in response to threats.
• Support cybersecurity requirements throughout project lifecycle phases.
• Participate in designing security controls and measures for OT / ICS systems.
• Lead implementation and assessment of cybersecurity solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical fields or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years in IT security, with at least 3 years in OT / ICS environments.
• Experience with industrial control systems, SCADA/DCS, and cybersecurity technologies in energy sectors.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols, network security, and risk management.
• Certifications such as GICSP or ISA/IEC 62443 are mandatory.
• Experience with Yokogawa, ABB DCS, or similar systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and self-management skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance, career growth, wellness activities, and learning opportunities.
• Annual flight tickets, flexible/hybrid work, inclusive environment.

About Us

Help AG, part of e& enterprise, provides cybersecurity solutions for enterprises in the Middle East since 2004. Acquired by e& in 2020, it offers vendor-agnostic, independent cybersecurity services with top-tier technologies and qualified teams.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and Consulting