Network & Cyber Security Engineer

EM Industrial Automation Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in industrial automation seeks a professional for security and robustness testing of process control systems. Responsibilities include designing secure network architectures, conducting vulnerability assessments, and maintaining compliance with international cybersecurity standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, with at least 2 years of experience. Certifications such as CCNA or CISSP are advantageous. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This position is based in Selangor, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience in process control automation.
• Expert knowledge of networking protocols and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security and robustness testing of process control systems.
• Assist in designing and implementing network security.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and recommend preventive actions.

Skills

Network security protocols

Vulnerability assessments

Incident response

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Networking equipment (routers, switches)

Firewalls

Job description

Security & robustness testing and audit of process control systems and devices

Assist project team to design and implement security hardening network in project system architecture (such as firewall policy)

Identify known vulnerabilities in systems and devices, conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analysis in relation to security alerts and incidents and recommend preventive action

Implement and improve cyber security processes, development, testing, commissioning and maintenance throughout the system's lifecycle in accordance to IEC 62443 standard.

Communicate cyber security expectations to internal project team and external vendors and ensure that company's systems and devices are developed to meet international cyber security standard.

Install, test and commission network infrastructure accordingly but not limited to routers, switches, Wi-Fi, firewalls etc.

Provide technical support and diagnose problems through onsite or remotely troubleshooting.

Conduct system acceptance test and update as-built documentations

Keep track of new developments in the network security and industry control security practices and technologies as well as emerging threats and vulnerabilities

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree, Computer Science/Information Technology, Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication) or equivalent

At least 2 year(s) of working experience in process control automation

Expert knowledge of networking protocols and concepts (such as TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, MRP, etc), and OPC interface (such as OPC-DA, OPC-HAD, OPC-AE)

Hands‑on technical experience and/or CCNA/CCNP/ HCIA/ HCIP certification is advantage.

Team player with excellent communication skills and able to work independently

Quick learner, attention to details and passion for computer network security

Possess industry professional certification such as CISSP, CISA will be an added advantage