Operational Technology (OT) Security Expert
Italy, Polska
GEA
Wynagrodzenie do ustalenia
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Why join GEA
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
Wymagania
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
Strong experience in IT/OT Security, specifically in ICS, IIoT, and SCADA environments.
Solid experience in industrial, OT, or manufacturing settings, or in IT service delivery, operations, or architecture.
In-depth knowledge of ICS, IIoT, SCADA, and automation systems (DCS, PLC, etc.).
Hands-on experience with industrial security standards (e.g., IEC 62443)
Proficiency in firewall technologies, vulnerability management, patching, and encryption.
Familiarity with network protocols (TCP, UDP, IPSec, SSL, DNS) and security architectures (SIEM, IDS/IPS).
Understanding of networking and system security best practices (WAN, routing, proxy).
ISA/IEC 62443, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CISA, or similar IT security certifications.
Knowledge of local language (Italian).
Proven ability to manage and operationalize complex security initiatives.
Strong analytical thinking, structured working methods, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with fluency in English
High level of initiative, resilience under pressure, and organizational talent.
Business acumen and experience in budget and financial responsibility.
Zakres obowiązków
OT Security Implementation: Define and apply security measures for industrial environments, aligned with company policies and standards such as IEC 62443.
Risk Assessment & Vulnerability Analysis: Conduct evaluations of OT systems to identify threats and recommend mitigation strategies.
Monitoring & Incident Response: Oversee OT networks and systems to detect anomalies and manage security incidents.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT, engineering, and operations teams to integrate security into industrial processes.
Project & Vendor Management: Lead OT cybersecurity initiatives, including coordination with external suppliers.
Training & Awareness: Promote OT security culture through internal training and awareness programs.
Opis
The Operational Technology (OT) Security Expert identifies legal and customer OT Security requirements and assures the definition and implementation of audit-proof policies, processes and guidelines in the GEA’s production environments (e. g. IIoT – Industrial Internet of Things, ICS – Industrial Control Systems, SCADA). He develops, defines, and improves the security of the Operational Technology. The OT Security Expert is responsible for the security of the production processes, including network security, security of production and automation environments and IIoT systems.