Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods - and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people on all continents.
Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification and services.
Today, we are recruiting for an OT Cybersecurity Expert to join our team in Saudi Arabia. This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.
What are my responsibilities?
- Lead and mentor OT cybersecurity engineers, providing technical guidance and career development.
- Develop and execute the OT cybersecurity strategy aligned with organizational goals and industry standards (IEC 62443, Saudi NCA).
- Oversee the creation and implementation of OT cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring they meet national and international standards.
- Lead and conduct comprehensive risk assessments and threat analyses for OT systems.
- Provide expert-level insight into threat modeling and mitigation strategies for critical OT infrastructure.
- Maintain and improve the OT cybersecurity risk register and ensure that risk assessments are thorough, and action plans are in place.
- Review and approve OT security architectures and controls, ensuring alignment with best practices and operational needs.
- Lead cross-functional teams (operations, engineering, IT) to integrate cybersecurity from the design phase through the lifecycle of OT projects.
- Ensure robust network segmentation and secure access controls between IT and OT environments.
- Oversee the vulnerability management program, ensuring regular vulnerability scans, analysis, and remediation processes are in place.
- Lead the development and implementation of proactive threat hunting and advanced incident response for OT environments.
- Coordinate incident response efforts across departments, minimizing impact on operational continuity.
- Lead initiatives to enhance the organization's cybersecurity maturity based on IEC 62443-2-4 and other applicable frameworks.
- Ensure OT cybersecurity measures comply with local and international regulations (IEC 62443, Saudi NCA, NIST SP 800-82) and participate in external audits.
- Develop and execute cybersecurity awareness programs and lead training efforts to improve OT staff security practices.
- Ensure secure remote access solutions for OT environments, enforcing strict access controls and monitoring.
- Oversee the design and implementation of backup solutions for critical OT infrastructure, ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery.
- Ensure a comprehensive and up-to-date asset register for all OT systems.
- Lead network traffic analysis efforts, guiding engineers in detecting, analyzing, and mitigating suspicious activities within OT networks.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders, vendors, and regulatory bodies to align cybersecurity strategies and ensure all standards are met.
- Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies, ensuring Siemens remains at the forefront of OT cybersecurity innovation.
What do I need to qualify for this job?
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in OT environments.
- CISSP, CISM, CCNA, CCNP, GICSP, or equivalent; IEC 62443 certifications are highly preferred.
- Deep understanding of OT protocols
- Extensive experience with ICS/SCADA systems and OT-specific hardware
- In-depth knowledge of industrial cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82) and regulatory requirements (Saudi NCA).
- Proficiency in OT network security, including firewalls, VLANs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English.
What else do I need to know?
As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant, that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.
At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds
Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society. Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company. Please find more information at www.siemens.com
We are looking forward to receiving your online application.
Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.
