OT Security - Manager/ Sr. Manager

Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager OT Security (Industrial Cybersecurity)

Location: Bangalore, India

Experience: 6+ Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Manager / Senior Manager OT Security to lead and strengthen our Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity program . The role is responsible for securing industrial control systems (ICS) , driving OT security strategy, managing risk, and ensuring resilience across industrial environments while collaborating with operations, engineering, IT, and leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and manage the OT security function , including strategy, roadmap, and execution
• Act as a key advisor to leadership on OT cyber risk, safety, and resilience
• Drive ITOT security convergence and enterprise alignment
• Lead and mentor OT security teams and cross-functional stakeholders

OT Security Program Management

• Own the end-to-end OT security program , including governance, risk, and compliance
• Conduct and oversee OT risk assessments, threat modeling, and remediation initiatives
• Define and track OT security KPIs, KRIs, and maturity metrics
• Oversee OT vulnerability management and incident response
• Manage third-party and vendor risk in OT environments

Architecture & Engineering Oversight

• Oversee secure design and implementation of OT/ICS security architectures
• Guide network segmentation, firewalls, DMZs, and secure remote access for OT systems
• Review and approve security designs for SCADA, DCS, PLC, RTU, and IIoT environments
• Evaluate and govern OT security tools and platforms

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, ISO 27001 , and relevant regulations
• Lead internal and external audits and regulatory assessments
• Develop and maintain OT security policies, standards, and procedures
• Support cyber resilience, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning for OT systems

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Partner with plant operations, engineering, IT, and business teams
• Manage OEMs, system integrators, and security vendors
• Support RFPs, solution evaluations, and contract reviews

Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of experience in OT / ICS / Industrial Cybersecurity
• Proven experience in managing or leading OT security initiatives
• Strong understanding of SCADA, DCS, PLCs, RTUs, HMIs , and industrial networks
• Knowledge of industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, BACnet)
• Hands-on expertise in OT network security , segmentation, firewalls, and monitoring
• Strong understanding of OT threat landscape and incident response

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: GICSP, CISSP, CISM, IEC 62443, CRISC
• Experience with OT security tools (e.g., Nozomi, Claroty, Dragos, Tenable.ot, Forescout )
• Experience in manufacturing, energy, utilities, oil & gas, or critical infrastructure
• Exposure to multi-site or global OT environments