Senior ICS/OT Security Engineer | Controls & Risk

QatarEnergy; Mesaieed; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

QatarEnergy is seeking an experienced Information Security professional to implement and operate ICS/OT security controls, developing procedures to manage cyber risks to an acceptable level and improve risk maturity in line with corporate policies.

The role requires hands-on work with DCS/SCADA, Cisco networks, and security technologies, plus 7+ years in ICT/OT within the energy sector and relevant certifications. Fluency in English is essential for cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in large ICT/OT environments in the Energy sector, preferably in Oil & Gas.
• Hands-on technical experience with Industrial Control System solutions (e.g., Distributed Control Systems, SCADA).
• Hands-on technical experience with network technologies (e.g., Cisco) and diverse Information Security technologies (e.g., firewalls, anti-malware).
• Professional certifications in information security management such as CISSP, CISA, GIAC, GICSP, GRID or others.
• Excellent written and verbal business communication skills capable of interacting with various levels of business and technical leadership (English).

Skills

ICS/OT security

Network technologies

Cybersecurity certifications

Oil & Gas experience

English communication

7+ years experience

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering, information security or computer science

Tools

DCS/SCADA

Cisco networking

Firewalls

Anti-malware

Job description

QatarEnergy is seeking an experienced Information Security professional to implement and operate ICS/OT security controls, developing procedures to manage cyber risks to an acceptable level and improve risk maturity in line with corporate policies.

The role requires hands-on work with DCS/SCADA, Cisco networks, and security technologies, plus 7+ years in ICT/OT within the energy sector and relevant certifications. Fluency in English is essential for cross‑functional collaboration.