Cyber Security Specialist

Cybersecurity Specialist AMI / Smart Grid

We are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to strengthen security across AMI, MDM, DCRC, Billing, and utility IT/OT systems. The role focuses on risk assessment, compliance, governance, and incident response within critical infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance

• Identify vulnerabilities, threat exposures, and compliance gaps aligned with national cybersecurity frameworks and ISO 27001.
• Conduct cybersecurity maturity assessments across AMI, MDM, DCRC, billing systems, and control centre platforms.
• Prepare Cybersecurity and Data Protection Framework Reports.

Security Controls Evaluation

• Evaluate and strengthen authentication, encryption, access control, and network security mechanisms.
• Review system architecture for secure integration between AMI head-end, MDM, billing systems, and Load Management Systems.
• Assess risks related to automated disconnection/reconnection processes.

Governance & Vendor Security

• Define cybersecurity governance structures and roles across IT, operations, and third-party vendors.
• Establish minimum cybersecurity and data protection requirements for vendors and contractors.
• Conduct third-party risk assessments and compliance audits.

Incident Response & Resilience

• Develop and maintain a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan integrated with Load Management System operations.
• Coordinate incident simulations, table top exercises, and recovery testing.
• Support SOC integration and threat monitoring improvements.

Reporting & Documentation

• Develop policies, procedures, and risk registers.
• Present risk findings and mitigation strategies to management.
• Maintain compliance documentation and audit readiness.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience
• 5 years in cybersecurity (utility / smart grid / critical infrastructure preferred)
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, IT/OT security
• Experience with AMI / SCADA / MDM environments
• Relevant certifications (CISSP / CISM / ISO 27001) preferred