OT Cybersecurity Engineer

Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world's leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods - and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people on all continents.
Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector.
Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification and services.
Today, we are recruiting for an OT Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team in Saudi Arabia.
This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.
What are my responsibilities? Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling for OT systems, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies.
Maintain and update the OT cybersecurity risk register, ensuring that all known vulnerabilities are tracked and managed.
Assist in compliance with relevant regulations and standards (NCA and IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001) across OT environments.
Design, implement, and manage security architectures for industrial automation and control systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, IT, engineering) to integrate cybersecurity into OT projects.
Ensure network segmentation between IT and OT environments to minimize attack surfaces.
Implement robust access control mechanisms, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and network firewall configurations.
Develop and manage vulnerability management processes, including vulnerability identification, analysis, and remediation planning.
Perform vulnerability scanning and assessments of OT environments.
Deploy and monitor intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewalls, and other security tools within OT networks.
Work within vendor or warranty restrictions to apply non-intrusive security measures.
Analyze network traffic to detect abnormalities and potential risks.
Monitor OT networks for unusual behaviors and recommend actions to mitigate identified threats.
Implement measures to minimize operational risks and ensure network integrity.
Support OT-related security incidents, including incident response and containment.
Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans for critical OT infrastructure.
Participate in threat hunting and advanced persistent threat (APT) mitigation activities.
Gather and maintain comprehensive asset information for OT systems.
Ensure the integrity and security of OT asset inventories and track all changes.
Write and update cybersecurity policies and procedures for OT environments.
Ensure documentation aligns with regulatory requirements and industry standards (IEC 62443, NERC CIP, Saudi NCA).
Stay current with the latest OT cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.
Incorporate threat intelligence into security operations and proactively improve defenses.
Provide cybersecurity awareness training to OT teams and other stakeholders.
Assist in developing training programs that improve the security posture of the OT environment.
What do I need to qualify for this job? Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in an OT environment (preferably in industries such as transportation, energy).
CCNA, CCNP, IEC62443, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional), or equivalent.
Deep understanding of OT protocols.
Hands-on experience with ICS/SCADA systems.
Proficiency in network security within OT environments, including firewalls, VLANs, and network segmentation.
Strong knowledge of industrial cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82).
Familiarity with OT-specific hardware and operating systems.
Fluency in both written and spoken English.
What else do I need to know? As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees.
Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally.
We give you the chance to do something significant, that benefits society and human progress.
We give you the chance to create a difference.
At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future.
We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow's reality.
Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here:
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Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society.
Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company.
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Please note:
Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.
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