Operational Technology (OT) Manager

About the role

The Operational Technology (OT) Manager will be responsible for the global development and security of OT systems across production sites. This role involves collaborating with local plants and central IT to establish secure, reliable standards and infrastructure. The successful candidate will drive the implementation of global security strategies and ensure the operational efficiency of production systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global OT security strategy across production plants.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and operation of PLC/SPS, SCADA, HMI, and MES systems.
• Conduct site visits to assess hardware and software security risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Standardize OT technologies, configurations, and protocols where technically and economically viable.
• Build a network of local OT representatives and collaborate with central IT on production network segmentation.
• Evaluate vendors and solutions from a security perspective and report on emerging threats.

Required skills

• IT Security
• Industrial Automation
• PLC/SPS
• SCADA
• HMI
• MES
• Network Segmentation
• Project Management
• German
• English

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum five years of experience with industrial automation and IT/OT in a manufacturing environment
• Certified knowledge in industrial cybersecurity (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, or ISO/IEC 27001)
• Experience in project management including budget and resource planning

Certifications

• IEC 62443
• NIST SP 800-82
• ISO/IEC 27001

Benefits

• 30 days vacation
• JobRad
• Urban Sports