Stellenbeschreibung
Our client is a globally operating company in the chemical industry, offering a wide range of products with a strong focus on the continuous development of sustainable alternatives. As an OT Security Expert (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security measures in the field of Operational Technology (OT). In this role, you keep a close eye on the evolving threat landscape in both the IT and OT environments. You serve as the central interface to the local IT department and apply your IT expertise directly to projects—especially to support PCT engineers with technical questions and operational problem-solving. In this position, you will report directly to the Global OT Security Officer. Your Responsibilities as OT Security Expert (m/f/d): Lead responsibility for OT security projects in accordance with OT security standards across sites throughout Europe First point of contact for IT-related questions concerning the security aspects of process automation systems, such as firewalls, SIEM, PAM, remote access, and network monitoring Coordination and implementation of security standards at production sites, as well as the design and realization of IT security within IT systems and networks Collaboration with the SOC and the Incident Response Team on OT-specific security incidents Leading and supporting internal and external OT audits at the respective sites Maintenance and management of OT security controls Your Profile: Successfully completed studies in computer science or a comparable qualification with relevant professional experience and further training Several years of experience in the field of OT security, ideally within the process industry Solid knowledge of firewall configurations, network designs, and device hardening Strong understanding of the current threat landscape and appropriate countermeasures Familiarity with IT security standards such as IEC 62443 and/or the NIST Framework Strong team spirit combined with a precise and structured working style Business fluent in English Your Benefits: Exciting tasks in an international and inspiring work environment Customized onboarding process Opportunities for further training tailored to your personal interests and responsibilities Comprehensive benefits of the chemical industry, such as an attractive salary package with numerous financial perks, company pension plans, and various health promotion programs Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your application documents and are happy to answer your questions in an initial conversation.