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Cybersecurity Specialist - Grid Automation & Protection - Hitachi Energy
Security Engineer
Lead cybersecurity initiatives for grid automation, safeguarding industrial control systems and SCADA networks with advanced protection strategies and rigorous testing.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity controls for grid automation and protection systems.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits on industrial control systems and SCADA environments.
- Develop and enforce incident response plans, monitoring, and threat intelligence workflows.
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to integrate security into all phases of system design and deployment.
- Document security requirements, test results, and compliance evidence for regulatory and internal audits.
Requirements
- Strong background in cybersecurity for industrial control systems, including SCADA and PLC platforms.
- Experience with network security tools, intrusion detection/prevention, and secure configuration management.
- Proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, GICSP, or equivalent) preferred.