OT Cybersecurity Architect

Job description / Role

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Accenture Security

Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using the coolest next-gen tech, you'll have every chance to stay one step ahead of cybercrime and out-hack the hackers.

Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services - from security strategy development to business transformation, to managed security services - on demand and at a global scale to help mitigate risks and take full advantage of advanced technologies and proven risk management models. Our experienced team of global security professionals helps businesses understand their risks and build resilience from the inside out, giving them the confidence to focus on what matters most: innovation and business growth.

Job description

Position overview:

We are seeking an experienced OT cybersecurity consultant leading the entire client OT/IoT program and overseeing the development and execution of our operational technology (OT) cybersecurity initiatives. This role requires a strategic leader who can guide a multidisciplinary team, manage projects effectively, and ensure the successful delivery of cybersecurity programs within our organization.

Responsibilities and accountabilities

A. Leadership & team management:

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of cybersecurity professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance team capabilities and performance in OT cybersecurity practices.

B. Program management office (PMO) responsibilities:

• Establish and manage the PMO for OT cybersecurity, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Define program objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and success metrics, and monitor progress against these targets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize projects and allocate resources effectively.

C. Cybersecurity strategy development:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive OT cybersecurity strategy aligned with organizational objectives and industry's best practices.
• Identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities within OT environments and develop mitigation strategies.

D. Technical specifications:

• Perform analysis of the architecture and infrastructure of industrial control systems (SCADA/DCS/IIoT) in the context of cybersecurity.
• Design and implement cybersecurity solutions for industrial control systems.
• Support leading ICS security projects within a security transformation program.
• Develop ICS control frameworks based on industry best practices and applicable international and national standards.
• Implement or improve ICS security management processes at clients' organizations.

E. Stakeholder engagement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and compliance, to ensure a unified approach to cybersecurity.
• Communicate program status, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with IT/OT cybersecurity teams and site teams.
• Familiar with SIEM solutions and OT security products SIEM integration.
• Familiar with OT asset inventory and vulnerability management solutions such as Nozomi, Dragos, etc.; certification is an added value.
• Use case development and tuning for OT security threat detections.
• GRID certificate or official training is an added value and a plus to the candidate.

F. Continuous improvement:

• Conduct regular assessments of the cybersecurity program and make data-driven recommendations for enhancements.
• Able to assess current state capabilities, identify gaps, and plan initiatives to address gaps and accomplish project goals.
• Build out cybersecurity monitoring and response functions in operational environments.

Must have:

• More than 8 years of experience overall (mixed between mainstream automation systems exposure and OT cybersecurity exposure).
• Proven track record in IT/OT cybersecurity general management consulting with stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Ability to work with the organization's leadership to provide a comprehensive, organization-wide approach to address OT cybersecurity risk and compliance.
• Ability to communicate technical and planning information at the same level as a stakeholder's understanding.
• Knowledge and understanding of risk assessment, mitigation, and treatment methods.
• Certifications such as GICSP, GRID or equivalent are added value.

Why join us?

• We offer a transparent, fast-paced approach to career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.
• You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.
• Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards.
• You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.
• You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.