Lead OT Cyber Security Engineer

IF1860 GE Power Conversion India Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova's Power Conversion IT/OT security team seeks a Lead OT Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, validate, and test industrial network security across Asia and international projects. You will mentor juniors, produce documentation, and guide project delivery while protecting OT assets from cyber threats.

The role emphasizes compliance with ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001 and requires hands-on OT security and networking expertise in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• OT cyber security or network engineering experience in OT/industrial environments.
• 7–10 years of related experience.
• Hands-on with industrial networks, switches and firewalls.
• In-depth knowledge of OT systems: ICS, SCADA, DCS.
• Understanding of ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS standards.
• Experience with listed cybersecurity tools and Microsoft virtualization.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial OT security systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation plans for OT assets.
• Develop project-specific system architecture models per customer needs.
• Configure, harden, and secure industrial networks for high availability.
• Ensure compliance with ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001, and regulations.
• Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to engineering teams.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation and verification plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

OT cyber security

Network engineering

ISA/IEC 62443

NIST

ISO 27001

CIS

Wireshark

Nessus

Burp Suite

Trellix

Acronis

Microsoft virtualization environments

Education

Degree-level qualification in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, or related field

Tools

Wireshark

Nessus

Burp Suite

CIS Benchmark

Trellix

Acronis

Microsoft virtualization environments

Job description

Job Description Summary We are seeking a Lead OT Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, validate, and test network and security infrastructure across Asia & international critical infrastructure, marine, and naval projects. In this role, you will protect industrial and offshore systems from emerging cyber threats, ensure compliance with industrial security standards, and guide junior team members while contributing to technical documentation and project delivery.

GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today's industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future, it serves specialized sectors such as energy, marine, industry and all related services.

Main responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial network and OT security systems in line with organisational objectives, industrial standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to safeguard critical OT assets.
• Develop and implement project-specific system architecture models tailored to customer requirements.
• Configure, harden, and secure industrial network systems, ensuring redundancy and high availability to minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800 series, ISO 27001, and industry regulations.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends to enhance OT security posture.
• Provide expert cybersecurity guidance to engineering and project teams.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, IP design, and verification plans.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers to develop skills, knowledge, and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.

Must have requirements

• Degree-level qualification in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field, OR equivalent professional experience and certifications.
• Proven experience in OT cyber security or network engineering within an OT/industrial environment, typically gained in 7 to 10 years.
• Hands-on experience configuring, hardening, and securing industrial networks and switches/firewalls.
• In-depth knowledge of OT systems,ICS, SCADA, and DCS technologies.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, and related industrial standards.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools such (i.e. Wireshark, Nessus, Burp Suite, CIS Benchmark, Trellix, Acronis), and Microsoft virtual environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with antivirus, encryption, and endpoint security tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or customers concurrently.
• Collaborative team player with strong influence and communication skills, able to thrive in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as ISA/IEC 62443, CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA N+, or equivalent.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com