Senior Operational Technology (OT) Architect (f/m/x)

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come.

At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come.

At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters.

Siemens Gamesa has a vision for renewable energy : we believe in the power of nature and technology. Enable us to be ready to face the energy challenges of tomorrow and make a green footprint - join the team in creating a better future for us on our planet.

We pride ourselves on the flexibility we offer to our employees and are committed to building a workforce that can grow with the company.

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

In our culture of trust, we focus on empowerment, diversity, and continuous learning. Valuing our people is what makes us one global team, with our colleagues' safety at the heart of our organization.

We continuously aim to be best in class and we are looking for an experienced Senior Operational Technology (OT) Architect to join our Service Applications team, that is responsible for the online customer portal, centralized SCADA and service applications connecting to the controllers in a part of turbines in the Siemens Gamesa fleet.

The team in Germany consist of 10 highly skilled senior Engineers supporting SCADA operations and managing the OT architecture, network configurations and central SCADA infrastructure setup and operations in collaboration with our Germany based managed IT service providers.

Additionally, a team of 10 developers working out of India is responsible for the application layer in close collaboration with the team in Germany.

Your responsibilities will include

As our Senior Operational Technology (OT) Architect you will play a central role in our Service Applications team that is responsible to Secure a part of wind farm operational technology (OT) communication access, network, data collection, industrial standards & communications protocols.

With support of our central OT security team, you will learn about ISO / IEC 27001 and IEC 62443 and you will help the team to comply with new regulation like NIS 2.

You will support the Team Lead of Service Applications in Germany by leading the Operational Technology (OT) security strategy, roadmaps and lead the implementation of these.

You will, provide technical leadership for Operational Technology (OT), being a subject matter expert and supporting colleagues in developing sound cyber security architectural solutions.

Additionally, you will manage the infrastructure and network setup for the centrally hosted SCADA application in collaboration with the application team in India and the Germany based managed IT service providers.

With your experience, you will translate vulnerabilities and outcomes from cyber security assessments / penetration testing to improve Operational Technology (OT) architectures and designs.

Continuous improvement on cyber controls and measures and consequently creation of new cyber security products.

We recognize that this is a complex and challenging role and will offer ongoing development and on the job training from skilled colleagues.

What you need to make a difference

• Enthusiasm for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change. We are looking for a positive, and motivated team member who can take the initiative when resolving technical issues and provide a suitable solution to those issues.
• The ideal candidate has experience from the wind industry in general.

To be suitable for this role you

• Have several years’ experience working with Operational Technology, Industrial Controls Systems, SCADA, PLCs, etc.
• Hands on experience in IT / OT Security, Risk Management, Incident Management, Network Engineering, Infrastructure & Application Architecture
• Experience from wind industry or alternatively within operational, manufacturing or processing environment (e.g., Oil & Gas, Pulp & Paper, Pharmaceuticals etc.)
• Working understanding in a wide range of information security technologies including network hardening, firewall optimization, data backup and restoration, end point security, etc.
• Experience in working in a multi-functional team that works across borders
• Minimum hold a master’s University degree within STEM disciplines (or equivalent)
• Have good personal impact and a clear and open way of communicating
• Fluent in English - both spoken and written
• Fluent in German - both spoken and written

In case you have acquired your skills in alternative ways your application is just as well appreciated.

In return of your commitment, we offer you

• Become a part of our mission for sustainability : Clean energy for generations to come
• A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
• Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization
• Flexible working hours as well as home-office
• Employer-funded pension
• Attractive remuneration package (fixed / variable)
• Local benefits such as subsided lunch and public transport tickets, employee discounts and much more

Empowering our people

How do you imagine the future?

Our global team is on the front line of tackling the climate crisis, reducing carbon emissions the greatest challenge we face.

Severely disabled applicants are encouraged to reach out to us. We have inclusive recruiting processes specifically for severely disabled persons in Germany and we do our utmost to tailor working spaces to suit your individual needs.

In cases of severe disability, applicants who are equally qualified will be given preferential consideration.