OT / ICS Cyber Security Specialist

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Join us at Nel, where innovation meets opportunity! We are experiencing substantial growth and are searching for a motivated and experienced OT / ICS Cyber Security Specialist. Reporting directly to the Head of Global IS/IT, you will play a pivotal role as a key member of our IT leadership team, collaborating across all Nel business units and locations.

You will drive cybersecurity initiatives that safeguard our operations and propel us towards a secure future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on the fight against climate change and leave behind a lasting legacy for future generations. Are you ready?


Main responsibilities

Security Policy Development and Implementation:

  • Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures for OT/ICS systems in alignment with IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and NIST SP 800-82 standards to ensure Nel can meet the current and future cyber security needs from our customers in all regions of the world.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with these standards.
  • Be a link and cooperate with Nel Alkaline Service Operations Center (NASOC) around relevant cyber security policies, procedures, for development of Nel ASA cyber security standards.

Risk Management and Mitigation:

  • Identify potential security risks to OT/ICS systems and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
  • Implement robust incident response plans and conduct regular drills to ensure preparedness for cyber incidents and to address customer cybersecurity concerns.

Security Architecture and System Design:

  • Design and maintain secure architecture for OT/ICS systems and ensure that security is integrated into the lifecycle of all OT/ICS systems from conception through decommissioning.

Training and Awareness:

  • Conduct regular training sessions for staff on cybersecurity best practices and awareness and be prepared to deliver training to customers where appropriate.
  • Share and advocate cyber security principles together with IT ensuring increased overall Nel cyber security matureness.

Collaboration and Reporting:

  • Work closely with IT, engineering, and other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to OT/ICS security and be prepared to brief customers and conduct site visits (international)
  • Collaborate with Quality assurance manager and others to attain cybersecurity accreditation.


Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher and minimum 5 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with architectural work and approaches for OT/cyber security process development
  • Knowledge of international frameworks including IEC 62443, ISO-27001, EU NIS 2, US CSF 2.0 (typically NIST-800-53 etc.)
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in commercial and sales strategies and processes
  • Used to navigate in cross-functional international environments
  • Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required. Good Norwegian skills would be an advantage
  • Valid work permit in Norway


Personal characteristics

  • Leadership skills: Be able to define a strategy and get commitment from the team, drive improvements and ensure sustainability
  • Comfortable within a wide variety of functional and technical discussions and has an eye for the major strategic lines and the important operational details
  • Ability to formulate complex problems orally and in writing in an easy-to-understand manner adapted to the target group, also in communication externally with clients
  • Ability to justify professional choices and work in a structured manner, also under pressure
  • Is a team player, listens to colleagues and partners, and uses their expertise
  • Results driven skills and problem solving mindset


Why you should join Nel

  • The opportunity to work in a global company in strong growth that contributes to the green transition
  • A visible role with many exciting interfaces, internally and externally
  • A dynamic and highly professional working environment consisting of competent and committed colleagues
  • Excellent opportunities for professional and personal development
  • Competitive salary and good insurance and pension schemes

At Nel, you will join a community where your expertise does more than service a company – it supports a vision. Step into a role where your professional skills will have an impact on the future of green energy.


Additional information:

Work location: The position can be based at our premises in Notodden (preferred) or at Herøya or Skøyen, Oslo.

To apply for the position: We only accept, and process digitally received applications, through our application system. All applications will be processed continuously.