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Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Yokogawa
  • Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Posted 18 Oct
  • Verified source
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
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Seniority
Senior
Salary
Not stated

Summary

Yokogawa is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer for industrial and operational technology environments in Khobar. The role involves implementing and maintaining cybersecurity architectures, supporting ICS, DCS, ESD and SCADA systems, and conducting audits and system assessments. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree and at least five years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience; certifications such as CCNA, IEC 62443 or GICSP are preferred.

The posting

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Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Cyber Security Engineer (Oil & Gas / OT Security)
Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Cyber Security Engineers with a strong background in the Oil & Gas industry, particularly in Operational Technology (OT) and industrial control system environments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience and possess relevant cybersecurity, networking, and virtualization certifications.

Qualification Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Preferred Certifications

  • Microsoft Administrator Certifications

  • VMware Certifications

  • CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)

  • Juniper Certifications

  • Splunk Certifications

Added Advantages

  • IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification

  • GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional)

General Skills
Strong experience in cybersecurity engineering, preferably within industrial/process control environments.
Excellent communication, technical documentation, and reporting skills.
Ability to work effectively in multinational and multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Technical Competencies
Endpoint Protection & Application Control

  • Trellix ePO Suite

  • Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS)

  • Application Control / Whitelisting Technologies

Microsoft Infrastructure

  • Active Directory Services

  • Group Policy Management

  • Windows Server Hardening

  • WSUS Patch Management

  • Terminal Services / Remote Desktop Services

Backup & Recovery

  • Symantec/Veritas Backup Exec

  • Symantec System Recovery (SSR)

  • Acronis or equivalent solutions

  • Bare-Metal Backup and Recovery

  • SAN/NAS Storage Administration

  • LTO Tape Library Configuration and Maintenance

Virtualization & High Availability

  • VMware ESXi Administration

  • Microsoft Hyper-V

  • Shared Storage Solutions

  • High Availability and Disaster Recovery Architectures

Network & Security Infrastructure

  • Switching and Routing Technologies

  • Firewall Configuration and Management

  • Network Security Architecture

  • CCTV Systems (Milestone preferred)

Hardware Platforms

  • HPE Servers and Storage

  • Dell Servers and Storage

  • SAN Infrastructure

  • Tape Libraries and Backup Hardware

Roles & Responsibilities
Lead the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity architectures within manufacturing and industrial environments.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, network security guidelines, project specifications, and design documentation.
Develop and review cybersecurity design documents, implementation procedures, and technical deliverables.
Support project managers and multinational engineering teams throughout project execution.
Implement, test, and maintain cybersecurity solutions for industrial control systems (ICS).
Conduct cybersecurity audits, health checks, and system assessments for Yokogawa cybersecurity solutions.
Collaborate with DCS, ESD, SCADA, and automation service engineers to provide lifecycle support and cybersecurity enhancements.
Troubleshoot and resolve cybersecurity-related issues across OT and IT infrastructures.
Support customer cybersecurity initiatives, assessments, upgrades, and compliance activities.
Preferred Industry Experience
Oil & Gas
Petrochemical
Refining
Energy & Utilities
Industrial Automation and Process Control Systems
Key Technologies

ICS | DCS | ESD | SCADA | OT Security | IEC 62443 | Trellix | VMware | Active Directory | WSUS | Backup & Recovery | Network Security | High Availability | Industrial Cybersecurity

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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Skills

  • Computer Networking
  • PLC & SCADA
  • Windows Server & Active Directory

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