Principal - OT Security Engineer

MOBIA; Alberta; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MOBIA is seeking a Principal OT Cyber Security Engineer in Alberta to lead OT cybersecurity projects, mentor junior engineers, and develop methodologies. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in OT systems and strong leadership skills, contributing to enhancing client security postures and advancing MOBIA's offerings.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Employee Assistant Program

RRSP/TFSA contributions

Company events for fun and community contribution

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing OT security controls.
• Background in vulnerability management and incident response.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of OT cybersecurity engineering projects.
• Develop and enhance OT cybersecurity methodologies.
• Serve as an OT cybersecurity subject matter expert.

Skills

Deep expertise in OT systems

Experience in security assessments

Proficiency in industrial networking

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership capabilities

Education

Certifications such as IEC62443, SANS GICSP and GRID

Job description

MOBIA Technology Innovations is a Canadian-owned business and systems integrator. MOBIA serves its clients and the Canadian market through five business units: Broadband and Wireless Services, Managed Services, Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions, Cybersecurity, and Digital Transformation Services. With over 37 years of operation in Canada, MOBIA has developed strategic business relationships with industry-leading technology partners to help clients achieve positive business outcomes.

MOBIA is currently recruiting a Principal OT Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in Alberta. In this pivotal role reporting to the National Cyber Security Practice Lead, you will lead and deliver OT cyber security projects, drive the development of our OT security engineering practice, support pre-sales activities, and provide thought leadership to advance both MOBIA’s and our clients’ security postures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of OT cybersecurity engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence, on-time completion, and alignment with client requirements and industry best practices.
• Oversee technical teams, manage project milestones, and serve as the primary technical contact for clients, particularly in process control and automation environments.
• Practice Development
• Develop and enhance OT cybersecurity methodologies, frameworks, and toolkits to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging OT security technologies and best practices into our offerings.
• Collaborate with account executives and sales teams to design tailored OT cybersecurity solutions that address client needs and business objectives.
• Lead technical presentations, product demonstrations, and proof-of-concept activities for prospective clients.
• Contribute to the development of technical proposals and solution architectures.
• Thought Leadership
• Serve as an OT cybersecurity subject matter expert at industry events, conferences, and forums.
• Develop and publish white papers, technical blogs, and case studies on OT security trends and best practices.
• Stay current with regulatory changes, emerging threats, and evolving technologies, integrating this knowledge into practice and client advisory services.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Technical Requirements
• Deep expertise in OT systems, including ICS, SCADA, DCS, and PLCs, and their associated protocols and architectures.
• Experience designing, implementing, and validating OT security controls such as network segmentation, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection, aligned with industry standards.
• Background in security assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response in OT environments.
• Proficiency in industrial networking, PLC programming and design.
• Ability to architect and troubleshoot secure process control and automation systems in complex industrial environments.
• Certifications such as IEC62443, SANS GICSP and GRID.
• Non-Technical Requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience mentoring and developing engineering teams.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Effective collaborator, able to build relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with OT cybersecurity trends and best practices.

At MOBIA, we are committed to helping businesses realize their full potential with a combination of digital transformation and thought leadership. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and our dynamic team. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, including:

• One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2023 – Deloitte
• Named Canada Regional Partner of the Year for 2023 – Arctic Wolf
• One of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for 2022 – Global and Mail
• One of Canada’s Top 10 Cyber Security Solutions Providers for 2022 – The Cyber Security Review

MOBIA’s strength lies in the exceptional partnerships we’ve built with industry leaders and innovators. These collaborations not only enhance our capabilities but also provide you with a unique vantage point to influence and contribute to groundbreaking projects. Some of our partnerships include Oracle, AWS, and Red Hat.

MOBIA prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of our team by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• RRSP/TFSA contributions
• Company events for fun and community contribution

MOBIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party vendors or recruitment agencies.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.