Job Title OT Cybersecurity & Networking Systems Engineer Job Location Pune Educational requirement Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Required experience. 8-10 Years The OT Cybersecurity & Networking Systems Engineer will be responsible for designing, securing, and supporting advanced substation automation systems across customer projects. The role requires strong expertise in OT/ICS cybersecurity, digital substation technologies, IEC 61850 engineering, and utility-grade network design. The candidate will collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and customer cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance, secure deployments, and lifecycle support . Key Responsibilities: Ø Cybersecurity & Compliance · Conduct OT cybersecurity assessments including threat analysis, risk assessments, and mitigation planning. · Develop secure system architectures in alignment with IEC 62443, NERC CIP, ISO 27001, IEC 62351, and customer specifications. · Prepare cybersecurity documentation: hardening guides, firewall policies, system access matrices, network security plans, audit artifacts. · Support internal/external audits, cybersecurity testing, and remediation actions. Ø Substation Automation & Protection Systems · Engineer, configure, and validate IEC 61850 systems (GOOSE, MMS, SV) including substation communication models and SCD file workflows. · Support the design of protection, control, and automation architectures covering relays, BCUs, merging units, RTUs, gateways, and SCADA systems. · Review and validate redundancy architectures (PRP/HSR), time synchronization (IEEE 1588/PTP), and network resiliency design. · Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and site cybersecurity evaluations. Ø Networking & System Engineering · Design and implement secure OT networks (L2/L3 switching, VLANs, routing, DMZ, NAT, VPN, IDS/IPS). · Conduct system hardening for Windows/Linux servers, virtual machines, and OT hardware. · Develop and validate backup/restore strategies, monitoring systems, and secure remote access configurations. · Produce engineering documentation including architecture diagrams, test procedures, and compliance evidence. Ø Cross-Functional Collaboration · Work closely with project managers, protection engineers, automation engineers, and IT security teams to ensure cybersecurity is embedded in all project phases. · Guide customers and partners on cybersecurity best practices, regulatory requirements, and secure system operation. Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering or related field. · 8+ years’ experience in substation automation, OT cybersecurity, or ICS/SCADA engineering (or 6+ years with a Master’s). · Hands-on experience with IEC 61850 engineering, PRP/HSR networks, process bus, and digital substation concepts. · Strong understanding of global cybersecurity standards and audit processes. · Expertise in network security architectures, firewalls, and OT communication protocols. Preferred Competencies · Experience with SCADA/EMS/DMS, RTUs, gateways, and utility communication systems. · Knowledge of protection relay logic, fault analysis, and interlocking schemes. · Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), SIEM systems, and OT monitoring tools. · Exposure to CEA guidelines or regional utility cybersecurity frameworks Soft Skills: · Strong analytical and documentation abilities. · Effective communication with cross-functional teams and customers. · Ability to work independently and manage complex, multi-disciplinary tasks. Desirable Certifications (Optional but Advantageous): · ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification · IEC 61850 Engineering / Protection & Automation Certification or Formal Training · IEC 61850 System Engineering & Testing Certification · Cisco CCNP Industrial or Cisco Industrial Networking · CISM / CISSP
