IS Specialist OT Security

Amgen; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Amgen as an IS Specialist OT Security. In this role, you will develop and implement security strategies to protect industrial control systems and SCADA networks. You will work collaboratively with various teams to enhance OT cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Benefits

Vast opportunities for career development.

Diverse and inclusive workplace.

Generous total rewards plan.

Flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 4-6 years of experience in Information Systems.
• Experience with ICS, SCADA, and OT security principles.
• Solid understanding of network security and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement security strategies for OT environments.
• Manage vulnerabilities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support security incident response and forensic analysis.

Skills

ICS security principles

SCADA security principles

Network segmentation

Intrusion detection systems

Risk management frameworks

Education

Master’s degree in Information Systems

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

Diploma with experience in Information Systems

Tools

Nozomi Networks

Dragos

Claroty

Armis

Job description

Career Category Information Systems Job Description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

The Amgen Capability Center in Lisbon, Portugal (ACCP) will be home to over 300 multi-national and multi-cultural employees, representing a broad range of cross functional capabilities, including Commercial, General and Administrative, Research and Development and more. The ACCP will offer rich career growth and development opportunities, regional and global exposure, and the opportunity to LIVE, WIN and THRIVE in one of Europe’s most attractive cities.

Our ACCP Office is located at Maleo – Sete Rios, Av. José Malhoa 19, 1070-040 Lisbon, in the vibrant city center of Lisbon.

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that read over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.

IS Specialist OT Security

LIVE

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will [responsible for developing and implementing security strategies that protect industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA networks, and other manufacturing infrastructure components. This role ensures the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of OT environments by integrating security monitoring, risk management, and compliance efforts into industrial operations.

The OT Security Engineer works closely with Security Operations, Engineering and Infrastructure, and Operations to safeguard systems against cyber threats. Key responsibilities include implementing security best practices for OT, managing vulnerabilities, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance the security posture of OT environments. .

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Define, lead, and implement security strategies for OT environments, focusing on Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA.

• Implement and manage OT-specific security monitoring tools, ensuring real-time detection and response to cyber threats.

• Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to integrate security measures into OT network architectures.

• Assess and mitigate vulnerabilities in OT environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST 800-82, IEC 62443).

• Support security incident response efforts, including forensic analysis and remediation of threats in industrial environments.

• Coordinate with vendors, partners, and government agencies to address OT cybersecurity challenges.

• Develop security policies, procedures, and guidelines tailored to OT environments.

• Provide training and awareness programs to operational teams regarding OT cybersecurity best practices.

• Maintain relationships with vendors and strategic partners to enhance security capabilities.

WIN

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. We seek is a professional with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with 4- 6years of experience in Information Systems or related field OR

• Bachelor’s degree with 6- 8years of experience Information Systems or related field OR

• Diploma with 10– 12years of experience in Information Systems or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Must-Have Skills:

• Solid understanding of ICS, SCADA, and OT security principles

• Experience with network segmentation, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems in OT environments

• Knowledge of industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, BACnet, OPC, CIP) and their security implications

• Understanding of risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-82, IEC 62443, NERC CIP)

• Experience with security monitoring and detection in OT environments

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with security assessments and penetration testing for OT networks

• Proficiency in security tools (e.g., Nozomi Networks, Dragos, Claroty, Armis)

• Knowledge of cloud security and how it integrates with OT environments

• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell)

• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements for critical infrastructure

Professional Certifications:

• GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional) – Preferred

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) – Preferred

• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificate – Preferred

• CompTIA Security+ – Preferred

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams

• High degree of initiative and self-motivation

• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully

• Team oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals

• Strong presentation and public speaking skills

THRIVE

What you can expect of us

• Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.

• Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.

• Generous Amgen Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth and career benefits.

• Flexible work arrangements.

APPLY NOW

for a career that defies imagination

In our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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