Product Security Officer - HVDC Digital R&D

Due to our continuous growth, and to strengthen our R&D Product Security Team, we are hiring a Product Security Officer to lead product security engineer teams and coordinate with cross functional teams within R&D and business to develop and implement cybersecurity management and improvement.

Your responsibilities

• Function as responsible entity to implement Hitachi Energy’s cybersecurity standards in the development and maintenance of all products and systems in our portfolio.
• Lead and drive initiatives to ensure the execution of the established security program within the technology department.
• Develop and manage cybersecurity project/program plans, schedules, and budgets for business cybersecurity programs.
• Lead and work with cross-functional teams (including technical and non-technical personnel) to achieve project/program objectives.
• Manage, execute and maintain the IEC 62443 certification program for the business and Improve business cybersecurity program capability.
• Drive the implementation of security policies and procedures, best practices into the business as per IEC 62443
• Monitor and communicate cybersecurity project/program progress to the business and cybersecurity governance team.
• Establish reporting procedures for the business aligned with IEC-62443 frameworks.
• Implement cybersecurity KPIs for the business, monitor and track project/program performance.
• Seize opportunities for new and improved business process solutions embedding cybersecurity aligning with IEC-62443 compliance.
• Represent R&D for Incidents with PSIRT response team and drive necessary collaboration within R&D and business.
• Lead and support Product Security Engineers within R&D.
• Deploy training plans for R&D personnel.

Your background

• Engineering degree in (Computer Science/ Instrumentation/ Electrical or Electronic)
• Masters in cybersecurity or accredited cybersecurity certification.
• Minimum 10+ years of IT/OT industry experience in control system automation ( 6+ years of cybersecurity with emphasis on OT ) or 5 + years as an OT cybersecurity implementer or architect
• Proven track record of successfully delivery of IACS security project/programs to highest security standards
• Experienced in collaboration and coordination with cross functional teams.
• Experienced in team leadership with focus on secure software and solution development
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity concepts, principles, and technologies relevant to IACS (e.g., risk management, incident response, security controls)
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEC-62443 or IEC-270001 standards and best practices.
• Experience working with various cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls).
• Desirable with ISA 99 / 62443 – Cybersecurity Fundamentals specialist /Risk assessment specialist, GIAC, GICSP, CEH certification
• Desirable work experience with cybersecurity in Critical Infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2024-05-28

Reference number R0041173

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future.

We employ more than 40,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

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