Factory IT /OT Specialist

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED in Savli, Gujarat, India seeks an IT/OT Specialist to support factory IT/OT assets and operational technology. You will handle end-user support, cybersecurity incident response, and patch management while coordinating with global cybersecurity teams and plant engineers.

The role requires 3–5 years in enterprise IT/infrastructure and familiarity with SCADA/HMI/PLCs, industrial protocols, and virtualization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in computer science, IT or related field.
• 3–5 years in enterprise IT infra and industrial automation or OT support.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols and cybersecurity frameworks.
• English proficiency required.
• CCNA or CISSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site IT/OT support for factory assets.
• Carry out IT/OT cybersecurity first responder tasks.
• Install and configure security patches on critical assets.
• Report abnormal OT system behavior to incident teams.
• Collaborate with vendors for secure configurations.

Skills

Networking

Cybersecurity

SCADA

HMI

PLCs

Virtualization

Cloud Platforms

ITIL 4

ServiceNow

MS Office

Windows

iOS

OT Security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Diploma in CS/IT

Tools

ServiceNow

MS Office 365

Windows

iOS

Asset Management Tools

Job description

Location: Savli, Gujarat, India Job ID: R0146712 Date Posted: 2026-10-14 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity: As IT/OT Specialist you provide computer onsite support execution for factory or Hitachi energy site's owned/managed assets and operational support of both office IT and shop floor IT/OT assets that are not supported by the OSS techs. You carry out IT/OT Cybersecurity first responder tasks and IT/OT assets cybersecurity operational tasks.

How you’ll make an impact: Provide support to end users, IT equipment, software in meeting rooms and similar user collaboration/common areas as part of desk-side support provide computer onsite support of execution for Factory or Hitachi energy site's owned/managed assets carry out OT asset IT/OT Cybersecurity operational tasks. Knowledge of Kiosks, Printers, Conf Rooms/ Teams rooms, Vendor machines execution/ support which Global OSS techs are not supporting or are managed/owned by factory, CCTV / security systems. carry out the IT/OT cybersecurity first responder tasks by investigating and determining the scope of the incident and working with the cybersecurity team to contain and remediate the incident, under guidance from the factory incident responder. Identify critical assets: responsible for identifying critical assets within the factory that require monitoring and protection Install and configure remediation measures: install and configure security patches on critical assets to protect the environment from security incidents, with additional assistance whenever required. Report any abnormal behavior of OT systems: raise alerts to incident response teams in case of detected security events in the operational technology (OT) environment, such as unauthorized access attempts or changes to control systems. Work with vendors: to ensure that the security patches and OT systems are properly configured and maintained. Implement security measures: implement security measures regarding business managed assets to ensure that the factory's IT/OT systems are secure and protected from potential security threats, under guidance of global cybersecurity teams and the factory process engineer. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of combined experience in enterprise IT infrastructure and industrial automation or plant-floor OT support.
• Technical Skills: Networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, industrial protocols like Modbus, ProfNet, or OPC-UA). Knowledge of Cybersecurity frameworks. Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, PLCs, and virtualization/cloud platforms.
• Certifications (Preferred): CISSP, CCNA Individual contributor using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions. Works independently, applying established standards. Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.
• Tools: Service Now IT Enterprise Platform MS Office 365 Windows iOS Asset Management Tools
• Methodologies of this role: ITIL 4 Preferred L6S Lean 6 Sigma Certified
• Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Recruitment process & background checks

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

About Hitachi

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.