Cyber Security Engineer – OT Systems

About the role

As a Cyber Security Engineer at GE Vernova Grid Solutions you will design, implement and optimise cybersecurity measures for high‑voltage and renewable energy substations. Working closely with project managers and the OT Engineering Cybersecurity Leader, you will support global renewables projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities

• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments on operational technology (OT) systems to identify weaknesses.
• Design and deploy security controls such as intrusion detection systems, firewalls, access controls and network segmentation.
• Conduct penetration testing and remediate identified security gaps.
• Integrate cybersecurity requirements into the design, deployment and maintenance of OT infrastructure.
• Stay current on emerging OT threats and recommend enhancements.
• Provide technical guidance on OT security standards and policies to internal teams and third‑party vendors.
• Deliver security training and awareness programmes for OT operators.

Required profile

• University degree in engineering, cyber security, computer science, IT or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project security or OT cybersecurity.
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis abilities.
• Flexibility in working hours and willingness to learn.

Required skills

• Risk assessment
• Vulnerability assessment
• Intrusion detection systems
• Firewalls
• Access controls
• Network segmentation
• Penetration testing
• Operational technology (OT) security