Cyber Security Engineer
GE Vernova · Posted Oct 26
Power generation, wind turbine, grid solution, and electrification services
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About the role
GE Vernova's Grid Solutions business delivers grid technologies and engineering solutions for power transmission and distribution, with the GSI Global Engineering Center in India supporting global regions across power transmission AC/DC, FACTS, Oil and Gas, Renewable and Industrial markets. The Cyber Security Engineer role designs, implements, and optimizes cybersecurity requirements for EHV/HV substations and OT systems, including risk and vulnerability assessments, security controls, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
What you will do
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments for operational technology systems to identify security weaknesses and potential threats.
- Design and implement security controls and measures to protect OT systems from cyber threats, including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, access controls, and network segmentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including OT engineers, IT professionals, and management, to ensure cybersecurity considerations are integrated into the design, deployment, and maintenance of OT systems.
- Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices related to OT cybersecurity and make recommendations for security enhancements.
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on OT systems to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to internal teams regarding OT security standards, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate with third-party vendors and suppliers to ensure the security of OT systems and evaluate their cybersecurity capabilities.
- Conduct security training and awareness programs for OT operators and other personnel involved in OT operations.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Self-motivating, proactive and results driven approach.
- Curious, resilient, and willing to learn.
- Able to work to deadlines with high quality, sense of urgency and delivery.
- Focused on delivering value to customers.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
- Flexibility in working hours.
- Ability to work on high pressure environment.
- University Degree qualified in an engineering discipline ideally with Cyber Security Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Computer and Electronics engineering.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in project security, preferably in an Operational Technology (OT) environment.
- 2 to 6 years' experience within the Electrical Industry or in a similar role.
- Solid understanding of industrial control systems (ICS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and other OT technologies.
- Knowledge of OT-specific protocols and standards such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, and OPC.
- Experience in designing and implementing security controls for OT systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.
- Familiarity with network segmentation techniques and security architectures for OT systems.
- Experience in Industrial communication network and system security IEC 62443 standards.
- Knowledge of NIST Cyber security framework.
- Good knowledge of Cyber security principles, theories, and techniques.
Preferred qualifications
- Pro-activeness, sense of urgency, resistance to pressure, autonomy ability to interact with multiple functions and teams worldwide.
- Acceptable level of English speaking and writing preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Cyber security certification is an advantage.
Benefits and support
- private health insurance
- relocation assistance
- flexibility of work agreements
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. is a global energy company that provides equipment, services, and software to generate, transfer, orchestrate, convert, and store electricity. Operating through its Power, Wind, and Electrification segments, the company supports a broad customer base across more than 100 countries in powering economies and driving the energy transition. Formed as part of the strategic spin-off of General Electric's energy portfolio, GE Vernova is dedicated to electrifying and decarbonizing the world.
- Industry
- Energy
- Company size
- 75000+ employees
- Founded
- 2024
- Location
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chief Executive Officer and President
Stephen F. Angel
Chairman of the Board
Lola Lin
Chief Legal Officer and Secretary
Roger Martella
Chief Corporate Officer, Chief Sustainability Officer & Head of Global Government Affairs
Eric Gray
CEO, Power Segment
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