OT Cybersecurity Engineer

FNRCO; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled OT Cybersecurity Engineer for a high-profile project in Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities include coordinating on-site commissioning activities and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years of OT cybersecurity experience, and relevant certifications. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and challenges in the OT cybersecurity domain.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in OT cybersecurity roles.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee on-site commissioning activities for the OT cybersecurity project.
• Liaise effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with international and Saudi-specific cybersecurity standards.

Skills

OT Cybersecurity

Communication

Compliance Knowledge

SCADA Systems

Networking Equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Acronis Cyber Protect

NetOp

Trellix ePO

Kiwi Syslog

Nozomi Networks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled OT Cybersecurity Engineer for a high-profile project in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will coordinate all site activities related to the commissioning of the OT cybersecurity project, ensuring effective communication and coordination with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee on-site commissioning activities for the OT cybersecurity project.
• Liaise effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, engineering, and operations.
• Ensure compliance with international and Saudi-specific cybersecurity standards.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity measures for OT environments, including SCADA, DCS, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network devices from Belden and Cisco, and firewalls such as Fortinet.
• Utilize tools like Acronis Cyber Protect for backup and recovery, NetOp for remote access, Trellix ePO for endpoint protection, Kiwi Syslog for log management, and Nozomi Networks for OT network monitoring.
• Implement hardening measures for servers and workstations, including Linux systems, following best practices as per CIS controls.
• Travel to site as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in OT cybersecurity roles.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA PenTest+, or EC-Council CEH, are highly desirable. IEC 62443, GICSP, GRID are good to have.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems (Utilities) and protocols (e.g., IEC101/104, Modbus, DNP3, OPC).
• Hands-on experience with networking equipment like layer 2 and layer 3 switches and routers, firewalls like Fortinet.
• Proficiency in using tools like Acronis Cyber Protect, NetOp, Trellix ePO, Kiwi Syslog, and Nozomi Networks.
• Experience in hardening servers and workstations, including Linux systems, following best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.