OT Security Engineer

OT Security Engineer

Purpose:

For assessment, engineering and implementation of OT Cybersecurity Solutions and services to achieve 100% compliance with the clients’ requirements and specifications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering comprehensive cybersecurity strategies for industrial environments (OT/ICS), including the development of operational models, capability frameworks, resource estimations, and integration of advanced technologies such as AI and automation in the cybersecurity lifecycle.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

· Develop Industrial Cybersecurity Operational Models, outlining key functions, capabilities, and responsibilities (RACI matrices) aligned with industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443).

· Design and maintain a comprehensive Industrial Cybersecurity Capability Model that supports risk management, threat detection, incident response, and compliance across OT environments.

· Create and validate OT Cybersecurity Resource Requirement Models, including FTE estimation and skillset matrices for new and existing industrial security programs.

· Define and enforce physical security requirements specific to industrial control systems and critical infrastructure.

· Lead and perform Gap & Risk assessments exercises on various ongoing projects.

· Research, document, and promote AI best practices in Industrial Cybersecurity, covering threat detection, predictive analytics, anomaly classification, and response automation.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, OT, physical security, compliance) to ensure seamless integration of cybersecurity controls within industrial operations.

· Responsible for conducting cybersecurity workshops and coordinating associated stakeholders.

· Responsible for generating documents, drawings and reports associated with cybersecurity deliverables.

· Responsible for interfacing with OEMs and different desciplines.

· Participate in the training and development of assigned UAE national employees. Include monitoring and reporting on progress and counselling employees, as required.

· Work with business integration lead(s) to identify technological specific requirements and assess new technologies for applicability.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

· Develop the scope of work for different stakeholders.

· Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.

· 5+ years of experience in industrial or OT cybersecurity, ideally within critical infrastructure sectors such as oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, or pharmaceuticals.

· Strong understanding of ICS/SCADA systems, industrial network protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.), and industry-specific standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, NERC CIP).

· Experience developing capability maturity models, operational frameworks, and RACI matrices for cybersecurity programs.

· Proven ability to estimate and model cybersecurity staffing (FTE) requirements in complex OT environments.

· Knowledge of physical security principles related to ICS/OT environments, including perimeter controls, access management, and surveillance systems.

· Experience with cybersecurity automation tools and benchmarking methodologies.

· Familiarity with AI/ML applications in cybersecurity, particularly in industrial environments.

· Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISA/IEC 62443, or Certified OT Security Professional.

· Experience with AI/ML model development or data science in cybersecurity use cases.

· Experience with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK for ICS.

· Understanding of risk management methodologies (e.g., ISO 27005, FAIR for OT). Conducting FAT, I-FAT, SAT and POCs.

· Coordination for Red/Blue teaming and penetration testing exercises.

Work Conditions:

Office based job with travel requirements based on business needs to the client’s sites and other offices.

Application Question(s):

• Do you have working experience Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Utilities and Pharmaceutical industry?
• Can you start Immediately?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• OT Security Engineer : 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person