OT Engineer

Plymouth
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OT Security Analyst

Plymouth - Hybrid working

Permanent Role

An innovative global medical company is seeking an OT Security Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. You'll be tasked with protecting critical operational systems and enhancing security measures within a fast-paced, regulated environment. Work alongside a skilled team, gaining hands-on experience with operational technology and cybersecurity, ensuring systems stay secure and efficient.

As an OT Security Engineer you will have the following responsibilities

Assist in maintaining the security of operational technology systems in a manufacturing setting
Contribute to the identification and mitigation of cybersecurity risks
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the ongoing performance and security of critical systems
Implement security protocols that safeguard both data integrity and operations
Participate in defining and enforcing best cybersecurity practicesThe successful candidate should have the following core skills

Prior experience working with Operational Technology
Solid cybersecurity knowledge
Understanding of ICS networks
Familiarity with network protocols & IT fundamentals
Working knowledge of change control processes
Experience with risk assessment and management
Experience in a regulated industry, with a preference for those with a background in manufacturing or similar environments.
An understanding of Allen Bradley, Siemens and Omron PLC systems would be advantageous, but not essential.

The role is Onsite Monday - Friday with 1 day WFH option - Office is in Plymouth

If you're ready to kickstart your career in OT security and make a meaningful impact in a cutting-edge field, we'd love to hear from you. If this opportunity interests you, please apply directly or send your CV to (url removed).

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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