Senior Cyber Security Engineer - OT
2 days ago• Chennai, India
How you'll make an impact:
- Responsible for Cybersecurity requirement from Tender till Project Handover. Coordinate with CSSL/CSSO to fulfill Hitachi Energy requirement and Customer requirement
- Ensure the project delivered to customer is inline and complaint with the Hitachi Energy security requirement and Customer Security requirement. Make sure Hitachi Energy is protected from a legal and brand perspective.
- Align and comply with Customer requirement and Hitachi Energy's internal cyber security requirements for Delivery projects.
- Assess, identify deviation and Risks in Customer requirement and required standard & regulatory requirement during Tender.
- Coordinate with Tender Responsible for Success Cybersecurity related Tender Submittal.
- Ensure required inputs are captured in tender to comply with mandatory Business CS standard and Customer requirement.
- Support in Company Risk Review and make sure HE is protected with regards to Cybersecurity
- Ensure Fulfillment of the Secure Project Deployment requirement for all the delivery projects.
- Acts a liaison with the Customer about Hitachi Energy's automation solution's adherence to customer requirements and required standard & regulation.
- Perform Cyber Security Risk assessment for the project.
- Review Project Cybersecurity deliverables is implemented and delivered as agreed. For platforms certified with IEC 62443-3-3, make sure that the delivery project is within the requirements of the standard to the extent possible
- Support to enhance and maintain the CS documentation for project deliverables
- Ensure the Vulnerability Management in delivery projects
- Support in Business in achieving IEC 62443 2-4 Certification and in IEC 62443 3-3 certification.
- Support in maintaining and improving the Cybersecurity solution
- Contribute to Cybersecurity Assurance process definition and improvement in Customer Delivery Projects.
- Ensure Test area Asset security Management and Security tools.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
Your background:
- Should have a minimum 6+ years of IT/OT Industry Experience in Control System Automation ( 3+ years of Cybersecurity with emphasis on OT)
OR
- Should have at least 5 + years as an OT Cyber Security Implementer or Architect
- Engineering degree in (Instrumentation/ Electrical or Electronics)
- Added Plus to have Masters in Cybersecurity or Accredited Cybersecurity Certification and experienced working in OT environment components and OT security.
- Advanced Knowledge OT Networking and Network security and knowledge of Cybersecurity Regulation, Standards and Framework - (IEC62443, NERC-CIP, BDEW, NIST Publication).
- Awareness on current Cybersecurity controls and solutions - Endpoint Security, AAA, Security logging, Hardening benchmarks and knowledge on Security tool (NESSUS, CIS CAT, Nmap)
- Understanding on Computer networks and network security - Firewall, IDS and Basic knowledge Operating systems security - Windows Operating system
- Desirable with ISA 99 / 62443 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist, GIAC, GICSP, CEH certification
- Work experience with Cyber Security in Critical Infrastructure is a plus and emerging OT Cybersecurity-related technologies
- Communicate, present and report to relevant internal and external stakeholders
- Risk Assessment on the Delivery System and Mentor and train Project Engineers on Cyber Security area.
- Monitor every Project and ensure the compliance to Cybersecurity requirement before delivery and Emphasis Secure work culture of self or peers
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality digital solutions
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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-152137
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-29T23:34:55
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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