Digital & Cyber – Cyber Security and Digital Trust – OT Cyber

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an Operational Technology Cyber Security expert to enhance cyber security within critical infrastructure. The role involves securing industrial control systems, executing cybersecurity programs, and fostering a culture of security. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in a Senior Security OT Engineer role. This position offers great opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a Senior Security OT Engineer role.
• Ex OEM experience will be treated as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to secure industrial control systems and operational technology environments.
• Help clients execute OT cybersecurity programs.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security controls in critical infrastructure systems.
• Drive a culture of security while safeguarding vital OT operations.
• Support the PwC team by leading pursuits and proposals.

Skills

Deep knowledge of industrial control systems and components

Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities

Skilled in performing security risk assessments

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Experience in delivering solutions aligned to OT/IT convergence

ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist certification

Education

Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering

Job description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Why PwC

At PwC, your growth is our priority. We fuel potential through coaching, feedback, and challenging work that helps you build a career path as unique as you are. You’re not just joining a team—you’re becoming part of a movement that’s shaping the future. Here, you can be yourself, work with purpose and boldness, and collaborate with talented people to deliver solutions that create real impact for clients and communities. Powered by inclusive teams, cutting‑edge technology, and truly meaningful work, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow, lead, and go further.
Together, we set the future in motion.

Consulting LoS

At PwC Consulting, we lead with insight and deliver with purpose. You’ll work alongside experts across industries to design and deliver forward‑looking solutions in areas such as strategy and enterprise transformation, operational excellence, digital innovation, cyber resilience, and risk management. Our reimagined operating model brings together sector‑aligned, solution‑led teams empowered to move fast, think boldly, and create real impact. Whether transforming finance, enabling digital change, or shaping national visions, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking community—built to grow with you and the world around us.

BU Description

The Digital & Cyber Business Unit brings together deep technology expertise and bold thinking to help organizations thrive in a connected, data‑driven world. We support clients in reimagining how they operate, serve, and grow—by harnessing the power of digital products, emerging tech, cloud, data, and cyber resilience.

Whether shaping enterprise‑wide transformation or enabling targeted innovation, we work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and trust—delivering scalable solutions that empower clients to move faster, think smarter, and lead with confidence.

Job Summary

A career in our Cyber Security & Digital Trust technology services will allow you to work under the supervision of cyber security leadership within the Digital & Cyber Consulting practice. Use strategic business consulting skills to work with clients through all stages of strategy‑based transformation projects. Provide support on client assignments that help to develop a strategy and then refocus an organization on making that strategy a reality. We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking consultants who have a passion for shaping cyber security positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles in an entrepreneurial and innovation driven environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

As an Operational Technology Cyber Security expert, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• You are expected to work closely with our clients and teams and the main security stakeholders providing OT Cyber strategic and hands‑on technical expertise to secure the clients’ industrial control systems and operational technology environments.
• This role involves helping our clients in executing OT cybersecurity programs, working cross‑functional security initiatives, and directly overseeing the implementation, and maintenance of security controls and capabilities in critical infrastructure systems.
• You will be expected to help them with initiatives such as OT asset discovery, asset management, security monitoring, vulnerability management, OT secure architecture, OT cyber awareness and training and OT Risk management.
• The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor working cross functionally and collaboratively helping clients drive a culture of security while safeguarding vital OT operations resilience and safety.
• Support the PwC team and partners by leading pursuits and proposals.

Skills and Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of industrial control systems and their components such as (SCADA, DCS, PLCs, HMIs, etc.) and their associated networking protocols. Proficient in deploying and managing OT security controls such as network firewalls/IDS for OT, endpoint protection on OT assets, secure remote access solutions, and continuous monitoring tools.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, reporting, and problem‑solving abilities in diagnosing complex security issues within OT environments. Capable of conducting detailed root‑cause analysis of incidents and developing effective mitigations without disrupting operations.
• Compliance & Assessment: Skilled in performing security risk assessments, gap analyses, and compliance checks against frameworks like NCA OTCC and IEC 62443. Able to translate regulatory requirements into practical implementation plans on the plant floor.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively internally and with operational departments, understanding their needs and constraints. Work cross‑functionally to drive a unified security approach and initiatives.
• Experience in delivering solutions aligned to an OT/IT convergence strategy.
• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist or higher certification from ISA/IEC 62443, GRID or GICSP from SANS.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications

Minimum Degree: Must have a Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred

Minimum years of experience: 5 years experience in a Senior Security OT Engineer role. Ex OEM experience will be treated as a plus.

Tagged as: Advisory - Other, Consulting, Senior Associate