Ot Expert Analyst - Cartagena

WhatJobs; Murcia; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company is seeking an OT Expert Analyst to enhance automation communication networks and cybersecurity. The role involves defining OT network architecture, collaborating with IT teams, and managing network security projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 3+ years of experience in operational technology.

Formación

• 3+ years of operational technology, IT/OT experience.
• Experience working in a multinational environment.

Responsabilidades

• Define and maintain OT network and security architecture.
• Collaborate with IT and regional automation teams.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments on OT networks.

Conocimientos

Analytical Skills

Storytelling

Curiosity

Resilience

Organization

Urgency in Prioritization

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

VMware

SCADA

PLC

HMI

DCS

Industrial Firewall Solutions

Network Protocols

Cybersecurity Frameworks

Windows Servers

Descripción del empleo

About the role... A OT Expert Analyst works closely with local site automation engineers, regional automation working group, and integrators to leverage technology use, improving automation communication networks, virtualization, cybersecurity, and industrial connectivity in general. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring such technology within a regional scope.

Main Accountabilities

1. Define and maintain OT network and security architecture, ensuring segregation between IT and OT networks in alignment with global OT security policies.
2. Collaborate with IT and regional automation teams to implement OT global network and cybersecurity standards.
3. Execute network configurations, firewall rule implementations, and security hardening measures for OT environments.
4. Participate in regional automation working groups, contributing to best practices for wired and wireless network strategies, virtualization, and firewall deployments.
5. Manage and maintain OT servers' network layer, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance with operational requirements.
6. Oversee OT system remote access solutions to ensure secure and reliable connectivity.
7. Support network virtualization management and monitoring, leveraging VMware and other platforms.
8. Conduct assessments to identify gaps, evaluate risks, and define roadmaps for OT network security improvements.
9. Lead the implementation of maintenance, upgrades, and new network security projects in collaboration with operational units.
10. Ensure secure integration and data communication between different network layers, adhering to cybersecurity protocols.
11. Conduct vulnerability assessments on OT networks and implement necessary security controls.
12. Identify security issues and gaps, providing mitigation plans.
13. Enable secure data communication between process historians for operational analysis.
14. Work with industrial communication protocols such as Profibus, OPC UA & DA, Profinet, Ethernet, and DeviceNet.
15. Prepare and present technical documents, reports, and network security evaluations.
16. Provide leadership and technical guidance to local site automation engineers in network security best practices.

Knowledge & Technical Competencies

• Knowledge Tools: storytelling, curiosity, resilience, organization, urgency in prioritization.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of industrial automation environments, including SCADA, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Familiarity with cloud-based OT security solutions and industrial data analytics.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), preferably Siemens PCS7.
• Familiarity with industrial firewall solutions and secure remote access.
• Knowledge of industrial networking protocols and cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST, etc.).
• Network, server, firewall, VMware, backup, Windows servers, or Antivirus administration knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization and network segmentation strategies.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles in OT environments.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Engineering, and/or +3 years of operational technology, IT/OT experience.
• Advanced English and regional language skills if applicable.
• Experience working in a multinational environment across multiple sites and regions.

We Are Bunge

Bunge is a global agribusiness with a mission to connect farmers to consumers, delivering essential food, feed, and fuel worldwide. We leverage unmatched global scale and relationships to bring innovative ingredients and knowledge to major brands.

We believe in working together—hiring talented people who are passionate, bold, and driven to work as One Bunge. Our values include acting as One Team, driving for excellence, and doing what's right—safely, ethically, and sustainably.

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day. People who are #ProudtoBeBunge. Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected statuses.