Global OT/ICS Cybersecurity Architect

About the Role

As Global OT (operational technology) / ICS (industrial control systems) Cybersecurity Architect you will provide a steering and advisory role to help the Business Units (BUs) securely design and deploy industrial control systems and operational technology.

Your Team

You will define the Harman Group OT security standards and guidelines and guide the BUs in implementing relevant OT security controls to adopt these guidelines. You will determine the global governance and monitoring model of OT & ICS Cybersecurity with the Center of Excellence and you are the bridge between corporate Cybersecurity teams and Automation Engineering / Process IT teams within the BU's. You have a wide knowledge and expertise of OT cybersecurity architectures and processes.

What You Will Do

• Analyze, develop and set the OT/ICS manufacturing and business operations cybersecurity strategy

• Lead OT security assessments together with (internal / external) OT security experts and BU automation engineering teams (process IT teams).
• Define OT security standards & guidelines for the Group and advise the BU teams on defining and implementing OT security roadmaps to adopt the defined OT security guidelines (according to i.e. IEC62443).
• Define the tooling and processes to increase cyber resilience in OT environments to an acceptable level for the Group.
• Define the governance & monitoring model for the group (Physical security, Cyberssecurity and BU operations) to maintain OT security standards to the required level.
• Act as a solution architect to fulfill new OT business needs in a secure-by-design approach. This includes defining architectural integration of new applications, (Cloud) providers, networks, firewalls and systems with a specific focus on the impact on preventive, detective and responsive security controls
• Research and select new IT & OT technologies. This includes partner and technology selection through RFQ, Proof of Concept studies, integration into the existing technology and governance landscape and transfer to respective stakeholders

What You Need

• Higher Degree (Master or equivalent) in Automation, Electronics or Computer Science (IT) or equal through experience
• At least 7 years of experience in IT security - network security, network monitoring & defense, secure configuration of assets, incident response, vulnerability management
• At least 3 years of experience in securing ICS & OT environments, including DCS, PCS, SCADA systems, PLCs, etc
• Knowledge of security standards (e.g. IEC 62443, NIST SP800-82, ISO2700x)
• At least 5 years of experience in international and global organizations
• Supplier management (incl. provider and technology sourcing)
• Understands the threat landscape of network-connected OT/ICS technology.
• Ability to lead and manage projects
• Professional writing and presenting skills
• Ability to communicate ideas and explain technical knowledge in business language to management and other stakeholders
• A passion for cybersecurity topics together with a willingness for self-development.
• Business fluent in English

What is Nice to Have

• Certifications like GIAC or equivalent are a plus
• Proven experience in driving cybersecurity initiatives globally in large organizations to meet business strategic & financial goals
• Member of a cybersecurity leadership consortium or sharing community in OT/ICS

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 25% domestic and international travel
• Be willing to work remotely full-time with occasional trips into the Mountain View office location

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria

An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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