R&D Team Leader - Cyber Security

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm in Chennai is looking for an R&D Team Leader focused on Cyber Security. You will lead a skilled team and be responsible for managing projects, compliance, and implementing strategies. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with product development practices. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of overall experience in cybersecurity, particularly in industrial automation systems.
• Experience in SDLC with focus on cybersecurity risk handling and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage diverse teams and adapt to multi-cultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the R&D team focused on Cyber Security solutions.
• Implement strategies for delivering results and manage project statuses.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations in the cybersecurity domain.

Skills

Cyber security background

Team management

Project Management

Product Development practices

Communication in English

Education

Higher formal education in relevant fields

Tools

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

.R&D Team Leader - Cyber Security page is loaded## R&D Team Leader - Cyber Securitylocations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0119053**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0119053**Date Posted:**2026-02-06**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity:**We are looking for an engaging and driven person to lead the R&D team with focus on **Cyber Security for Grid and Power Electronics solutions, service and digital**. The team consists of highly skilled technical experts in the area of cyber security. You will be part of Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service and report to the Global R&D Manager for Service & Digital. This is a visible role in a truly global and cross-functional environment, at the cutting edge of technology.**How you’ll make an impact:*** You will be responsible for line management and the development of the team and team members. Further, as manager and resource owner, you will lead and distribute work tasks, support the team and the project managers across the business portfolio to drive the projects, implement existing and further develop efficient work processes to increase productivity as well as preparing annual budget and follow up execution.* You would actively contribute towards the implementation of the company policies and strategy for delivering results.* You will ensure prompt and regular reporting on the status of projects and take proactive action in case of any deviation from the agreed baseline, while maintaining active engagement with stakeholders.* In the role you will collaborate directly with other R&D / Product Lines teams located within and other Hitachi Energy R&D Centers, receiving units and engineering teams around the world.* In R&D, you will encourage and support the team to challenge existing technology, propose projects and processes, coordinating with the Global R&D Manager in contributing to the global plans and processes.* The team involvement ranges from technology scouting and assessment, technology development including working with intellectual properties, cyber security oriented process development and application, supporting product development and product maintenance across the business portfolio.* You will be 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:*** You have relevant cyber security background combined with few years of experience of product development and team management. Higher formal education in relevant fields will be meriting.* 10+ years of overall Experience in cybersecurity working in substation / process / industrial automation systems / digital transformation.* Experience in SDLC with focus on cybersecurity risk handling, thread modeling, system hardening, vulnerability handling, testing, compliance and standards (e.g., IEC 62443).* Familiarity with secure-by-design and secure-by-default principles, ensuring cybersecurity requirements are incorporated from concept to commissioning in complex industrial and digital products.* Knowledge in various cybersecurity tools and life cycle management of products and services.* You have a deep sense of ownership to deliver the assigned targets and are skilled at managing different types of people and able to coach as well as motivate and inspire others.* You are very familiar with Project Management and Product Development practices.* Experience establishing governance frameworks, including development of cybersecurity policies, guidelines, and quality gates within product development and service organizations.* You work in a structured way, applying relevant methods, procedures, and tools. You practice using and creating documentation.* Proven experience working with multi-cultural, geographical distributed teams.* Excellent spoken and written communication abilities in English.* Strong leadership (direct and indirect reports) and proven change management experience.## 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 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.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.