Cyber Security and Network Engineer

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Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 15,000 people in more than 20 countries.

We have highly skilled, social, and creative people working in our Instrument Automation department. Wellbeing, communication, and hard work is important to us, and we work together as a team to deliver to our customers.

To strengthen our team, Aker Solutions in Fornebu is looking for a Cyber Security & Network Engineer who can help us succeed.

What will you be doing? 

You will be working as Cyber Security & Network Engineer together with other colleagues in the Valhall project, your responsibility includes but not limited to the following:
  • Implementing strategies, specifications, and reports for cyber security and network engineering in industrial automation and control systems, in accordance with IEC 62443 or similar
  • Ensuring design in accordance with requirements and international standards
  • Conducting meetings with major international customers and suppliers
  • Coordinating and leading meetings and technical workshops with suppliers and customers to review network architectures and cyber security compliance
  • Reviewing and commenting on supplier topology drawings, functional specifications, and testing procedures
  • Establishing and documenting monitoring requirements with the client at equipment level
  • Participating in Factory Acceptance Testing, including reviews of configurations of network equipment such as switches, routers, and firewalls
  • Conducting meetings on lessons learned, sharing experiences, training others, and updating requirement specifications accordingly
  • Proposing and driving improvements in projects

We think you should have some of the following:
  • BSc or Master in automation, computer science, information security/technology, cybernetics, electrical engineering, with industrial network experience or similar
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in a relevant field
  • Experience with and ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary matrix organizations, seeking answers/advice/support as needed
  • Experience with industrial automation systems, combined with knowledge of industrial networks
  • Experience with industrial networks, products, and protocols, including industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP, PROFINET, IEC 61850, and OPC UA
  • Knowledge of the IEC 62443 framework for Cyber Security in Industrial Automation and Control Systems
  • Knowledge of risk assessments for Cyber Security
  • Fluent in English (written and oral)

Working location: Fornebu, Oslo
Contract duration: 2 years initial contract with option for extension

More reasons to work with us:
  • Opportunity to grow your network and develop professionally by integrating yourself into highly competent teams within world-renowned organizations in the energy sector
  • On-going support from our experienced recruitment and back-office support professionals
  • Exclusive access to all Aker Solutions’ project positions in Norway, with access to permanent positions when these are offered; we are the only company that has a frame agreement with Aker Solutions for project employments
  • Fantastic office building with onsite canteen and training facilities

Only applications received online will be considered, not via email.

For further information about the position please contact:
Emily Zhang, Team Lead, NES Advantage, [email protected]

NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions` global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services. As project employee you will be employed by NES Advantage Solutions AS, working for Aker Solutions.