Operational Technology (OT) Security Specialist
On-site · Holzwickede, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Job Summary
Conduct security analyses and risk assessments for industrial control systems (ICS) and OT infrastructures. Identify, analyze, and resolve security vulnerabilities in SCADA, PLC, and IoT systems. Plan and organize penetration tests in industrial networks to identify potential attack surfaces. Create and implement security policies based on standards like IEC 62443. Train and raise awareness among OT and IT teams on best practices in OT security and safe operation of industrial control systems. Collaborate with departments to advance the security strategy. Requires a completed degree in a relevant field and several years of experience in OT security.
Required Qualifications
- Completed degree in Computer Science, IT Security, Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification
- Several years of experience in OT security, industrial networks or automation technology
- Solid knowledge of security standards and frameworks (e.g. IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001)
- Experience with industrial control systems (SCADA, PLC, ICS, DCS) and their security requirements
- Knowledge in network protocols and security, specifically in OT environments
- Strong communication skills, teamwork ability and an analytical mindset
- Very good German and English language skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessments in industrial systems
- Knowledge of web application security
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