OT Security Engineer

Cyber Security training courses; Nordrhein-Westfalen; Hybrid; EUR 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Bonuses

Fitness program

Bike leasing

Career growth

Job summary

Cyber Security training courses in Germany seeks an OT Security Engineer to protect and enhance OT infrastructures within biogas facilities. The role focuses on security hardening, remote access, and resilience across IT/OT environments, with close collaboration with engineering and IT teams.

Hybrid work in North Rhine-Westphalia, 50% on-site. The position offers a generous benefits package and professional growth in a renewable energy setting.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in IT, OT, automation, or related technical environments.
• Knowledge of PLCs/SCADA and security requirements for process control systems.
• Experience with segmentation, secure remote connectivity, backup/restore, and disaster recovery in OT.
• Familiarity with OT cybersecurity frameworks and standards, IEC 62443; ISO 27001 is a plus.
• German at C1 level and fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, secure, and continuously improve OT infrastructures across biogas facilities.
• Enhance OT cybersecurity strategies and implement protective measures.
• Support vulnerability management and risk assessments for OT and related IT environments.
• Assist in designing network segmentation, secure access, and IT/OT architectures.
• Contribute to deployment and optimization of remote access, backup, recovery, and emergency response for OT operations.
• Collaborate with plant engineering, IT, external partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for security controls, systems, and operations.

Job description

I am hiring an OT Security Engineer on behalf of an international renewable-energy company delivering end-to-end solutions for sustainable energy production from organic waste and biomass. The organisation designs, builds, operates, and services large-scale energy infrastructure for agricultural, industrial, and utility sectors worldwide. With expertise spanning plant engineering, gas upgrading, energy management, and operational services, the company focuses on innovation, sustainability, and supporting the transition toward low-carbon and circular energy systems.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Maintain, secure, and continuously improve OT infrastructures across biogas production facilities.
• Enhance OT cybersecurity strategies and implement effective technical protection measures.
• Support vulnerability management activities and risk assessments for OT systems and connected IT environments.
• Assist in designing and improving network segmentation, authentication, and secure access solutions within IT/OT architectures.
• Contribute to the deployment and optimization of remote access, backup, recovery, and emergency response solutions for OT operations.
• Collaborate closely with plant engineering teams, IT departments, external partners, and other internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain clear documentation for security controls, technical systems, and operational procedures

This role is hybrid in North Rhine-Westphalia, with 50% on-site presence.

Essential:

• Several years of professional experience in IT, OT, automation, or related technical environments.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control environments such as PLCs, SCADA platforms, or other process control systems, including their security requirements.
• Practical experience with segmentation strategies, secure remote connectivity, backup and restore procedures, and disaster recovery planning in OT settings.
• Familiarity with OT cybersecurity frameworks and standards, particularly IEC 62443; knowledge of ISO 2701 is considered a plus.
• Structured, dependable, and team-oriented working style with the ability to remain effective under pressure
• C1 German and fluent English

Benefits:

• Stable role in a future-focused renewable energy industry
• Flexible hours, hybrid work options, and generous vacation allowance
• Strong benefits package including fitness, bike leasing, and bonuses
• Supportive team culture with flat hierarchies and open communication
• Opportunities for professional growth in innovative technology fields

OT Security Engineer - Hybrid/North Rhine-Westphalia - Up to €80k DOE - 6041