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Senior R&D Engineer, Cybersecurity - IN MACH - India Development Centre

3 weeks ago Chennai, India

The opportunity:

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve cus-
tomers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value
chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation re-
quired to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world's energy
system to become more sustainable, flexible, and secure whilst balancing social, environmental, and economic
value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in more than 90 countries and generate business
volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Evaluate the cyber security functionalities of products and improve the security posture.
  • Work for fulfilling security compliance requirements for the products.
  • Perform Threat modeling/ Security assessment for products.
  • Perform operating system and network devices hardening, to allow only necessary function for products operation.
  • Cybersecurity functionality verification on control system components. Participate in Vulnerability handling of the products.
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

  • Required Bachelor's or Post Graduate Degree in Engineering with 4 to 8 years of experience in cybersecurity.
  • Good understanding of cybersecurity principles like cybersecurity architecture, defense
    in depth, default deny, least privilege, compartmentalization, privileged initiation, AAA,
    etc.
  • Good understanding of cyber security controls like; IDS/IPS (host and network), harden-
    ing, security policies, Malware Protection, Filtering, NGFW, etc. Knowledge in Networking, patch management.
  • Hands on Experience with protocols like HTTP, HTTPS, SSL, SSH, ICMP, DHCP, L2TP,
    PPTP, DNS, SNMP, RDP, and NTP. Windows and Virtual Machine Administration. Experience with Security tools like NMAP, Nessus, Wireshark, etc. Certifications like MCP/MCITP/MCSE/CEH/CISSP/CISA are advantage.
  • Knowledge of security standards like IEC 62443, ISO 27001.
  • Hands-on experience in automation using Python, PowerShell and Batch scripts
  • Knowledge of protocols like IEC 61850, Goose, Modbus is an added advantage.
  • Excellent communication, both verbal & written in English, Collaboration. Good intercultural sensitivity. Sense of ownership and responsibility. Aptitude to learn new technologies. Training and Mentoring skills.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-194999
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-19T23:33:37

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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