OT Cyber Security Engineer

About the job: 

Kent is looking for a Solution Architect & Cyber Security Engineer to lead the design, assessment, and implementation of advanced OT cybersecurity architectures and integrated security solutions. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted advisor and technical architect for industrial clients, aligning cybersecurity strategies with operational technology (OT) environments. The role involves developing comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, engineering secure-by-design solutions, and leveraging AI, automation, and data-driven approaches to improve threat resilience and compliance.

KENT is a leading provider of cutting-edge digital solutions for the energy sector, specializing in oil & gas, renewables, and unconventional energy industries.

We are dedicated to advancing digital engineering, asset lifecycle management, and digital asset development to optimize performance and streamline operations and maintenance for our clients.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, our Digital and Innovation team leverages industry expertise to deliver outstanding service, fosters innovation, and champion sustainability across the energy sector.

Skills and Responsibilities:  

• Lead the implementation and administration of Smart Plant Foundation (SPF) across engineering and capital projects.
• Design end-to-end OT cybersecurity architectures aligned with industry standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800-82).
• Develop Industrial Cybersecurity Operational Models including capability frameworks and RACI matrices.
• Engineer secure network zoning, segmentation, and industrial DMZs within ICS/SCADA environments.
• Lead technical assessments and gap analyses for OT cybersecurity across greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Drive the selection and integration of cybersecurity technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs) within industrial environments.
• Provide engineering input for physical and logical security controls across ICS components.
• Research and recommend AI/ML applications for anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and predictive maintenance.
• Advocate and integrate cybersecurity automation tools to enhance response efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, OT, Engineering, Compliance) and external stakeholders (OEMs, vendors, contractors).
• Conduct technical workshops, POCs, and FAT/SAT for cybersecurity solutions.
• Act as a key interface between engineering, project delivery, and executive leadership for cybersecurity-related initiatives.
• Ensure solutions comply with industry regulations (NERC CIP, NIST, ISO, etc.) and client specifications.
• Develop cybersecurity documentation, architectural diagrams, risk assessments, and audit reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and support the development of national employees in cybersecurity disciplines.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 

Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification: 

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Communication:

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.

Behavior/ Core Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering within OT/ICS environments (oil & gas, utilities, pharma, manufacturing).
• Strong knowledge of ICS/SCADA protocols and systems (e.g., Honeywell, Modbus, DNP3, OPC, Siemens, ABB).
• Experience architecture and engineering cybersecurity solutions in critical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with standards like ISA/IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and experience designing secure ICS environments.
• Ability to model technical and human resource requirements for large-scale OT security programs.
• Working knowledge of physical security for OT assets, including access control and surveillance systems.
• Experience using or integrating security automation, SOAR tools, and AI/ML models in cybersecurity.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Certificates (Preferred):

• Industry certifications: GICSP, CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISA/IEC 62443, or equivalent.
• Experience in red/blue teaming coordination, penetration testing, and cyber drill facilitation.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK for ICS, FAIR risk modeling, and AI/ML model development.
• Exposure to FAT, I-FAT, SAT, and industrial cybersecurity proof-of-concept (PoC) activities.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role: 

Location:  UAE or India

Relocation required: Possibly

Travel required: Possibly

Contract type: Permanent 

Experience level: 5+ Years