Senior Security Engineer OT - Americas

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; San Pedro; Presencial; MXN 1.204.404 - 1.548.520; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary and benefits package

Workplace flexibility

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Descripción de la vacante

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. is seeking a Senior Security Engineer OT, focused on protecting the industrial environment against cyber threats. This role requires developing and maintaining robust security architecture, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating across teams to ensure effective security measures.

The ideal candidate must have a degree in Engineering or IT and a minimum of 7 years experience in industrial automation with skills in industrial networks and communication. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Formación

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience in an industrial automation environment.
• Advanced English level B2+.
• Deep knowledge of industrial control systems and related technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain OT security architecture aligned with best practices.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Implement network and endpoint security measures for OT systems.

Conocimientos

Industrial networks security

Communication and presentation skills

Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Network security concepts

Endpoint protection technologies

Educación

Degree in Engineering/IT/technology/Automation

Herramientas

Siemens and/or Rockwell automation technologies

Firewalls and VPNs

SCADA, PLC, DCS technologies

Descripción del empleo

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose; we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role:

Barry Callebaut Digital (BC Digital) is on a mission to lead the digital revolution in the chocolate industry, and we’re looking for a Senior Security Engineer OT (Operations Technology), dedicated to protecting Barry Callebaut’s industrial environment, while focusing on maintaining robust defenses against cyber threats through network and endpoint security measures. Reporting to the Director of OT Security in the CISO team, you will monitor operational technology security and patch management for consistent performance, preventing vulnerabilities of software across Barry Callebaut. In addition, you will act as an expert and communicate with our factories and operations teams in a very effective and easy-to-understand manner and incorporate strategic goals, (regulatory) requirements, external trends, and threats and risks that must be addressed into our controls and associated working processes, technologies, skills, and procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust OT security architecture aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies to protect critical OT infrastructure.
• Implement and manage network security controls (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems) and endpoint security measures (antivirus, anti-malware) for OT systems.
• Oversee and optimize patch management processes to ensure timely application of security updates across OT environments.
• Collaborate with SecOps and relevant teams during security breaches.
• Ensure adherence to security standards (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443), and support internal and external audits.
• Assist in development of documentation and delivering security awareness training programs for OT personnel (Plant, Maintenance and Engineering Managers, factory workers, OT Systems engineers and OT Champions) to foster a security-conscious culture.
• Work closely with operations teams, IT security, and other stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Research and evaluate emerging OT security technologies and solutions to enhance the security posture.
• Support the implementation of policies and systems to protect our OT environment.
• Collaborate effectively with a globally operating team across multiple time zones to achieve shared goals and drive project success.

About you:

• Degree in Engineering/IT/technology/Automation, infrastructure security or a comparable field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience (working in an industrial automation (OT) environment).
• Advanced knowledge of industrial networks security, design and configuration of technologies such as Siemens and/or Rockwell automation is required.
• Knowledge of international standards for industrial cyber security (ISO27001, NIST, IEC62443) are highly appreciated.
• Advanced English level B2+.
• Deep knowledge of industrial control systems, SCADA, PLC, DCS, and related technologies.
• Proficiency in network security concepts, protocols, and tools (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems).
• Experience with endpoint protection technologies (antivirus, anti-malware, EDR).
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks (NIST, IEC 62443, ISO 27001).
• Ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical audiences.

*This role is accountable for the OT Security initiatives of their region – Might require up to 30-50% travel to factories in the respective region depending on the priorities and ongoing projects.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility.
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth.
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.