Senior Engineer - OT Cybersecurity

Workplace: On-site

About this role

We are seeking highly skilled Engineers / / Senior Engineer / Lead Engineer to support the implementation of OT Cybersecurity solutions across utility environment and master control centers. The role involves hands-on deployment, configuration, and integration of cybersecurity technologies, infrastructure design, commissioning, and documentation. Candidates must have a strong background in operational technology (OT), instrumentation, and experience working in high and low voltage substations.

Overview:

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Skills/Certifications (Technical & Non-Technical)

Technical Skills / Core Competencies

Demonstrated on-site execution in brownfield substations / utility environments (HV/LV interfaces awareness, safe work in operational sites).
Strong capability in panel/cabinet build supervision, cabling, termination practices, labeling, testing, and as-built documentation.
Proven ability to prepare HLD/LLD, implementable drawings, and engineering documentation packs.
Understanding of OT network architecture principles (segmentation, zones/conducts), and integration constraints in utilities.
Experience supporting FAT/SAT and commissioning activities with structured evidence and acceptance documentation.
HSE / Compliance (Mandatory or Highly Preferred)
Strong working knowledge of PTW systems, method statements and risk assessments for live utility sites
Familiarity with UAE utility HSE expectations including OSHAD-aligned requirements and client safety governance.
Utility Competency Certificate (e.g., Transco Competent Person or equivalent) OR demonstrable eligibility to obtain (substation experience, PTW exposure, toolbox talks, etc.).
NEBOSH IGC (or equivalent) and OSHAD registration card
First Aid / Fire Fighting certificates (as commonly requested for utility site roles).
Strong ownership mindset, coordination with multiple stakeholders (client/OEM/subcontractors), and ability to execute under schedule constraints.
High attention to detail in drawings, cabling schedules, labeling, and evidence packs.
Clear communication and disciplined reporting for site progress, risks, and dependencies

Minimum Work Experience

7–12 years in cyber infrastructure / OT infrastructure / electrical-telecom execution in utilities, substations, rail, or industrial environments.
Proven track record delivering brownfield site implementation including cabling/panels and commissioning support.
Experience in data center infrastructure (rack/cabling/network build) supporting cyber platforms is a strong advantage.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering / Electronics / Instrumentation / Telecom / Computer Engineering (or equivalent relevant discipline)..
Relevant OT cybersecurity certifications (at least one):
- ISA 62443 , GICSP ,CISSP

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