EMEA ICS/OT Security Engineering Lead

4 weeks ago


Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Axalta Full time

Position Overview

Axalta is a leader in the coatings sector, consistently advancing through innovative solutions. Our technologies are designed to safeguard our clients' products against various challenges such as heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, and chemicals, while also enhancing aesthetics with vibrant finishes. Our extensive and dynamic portfolio of brands plays a crucial role in modernizing global infrastructure and supporting the evolution of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are seeking an EMEA Lead ICS/OT Security Engineer to become a vital part of our Manufacturing Strategy – Automation team. This position focuses on the security of our Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) throughout the EMEA region, working collaboratively with teams across North America, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of ICS/OT networks and systems. Your role will involve troubleshooting issues, identifying solutions, and performing routine administrative tasks at both the infrastructure and application levels. Key responsibilities include ensuring optimal performance and upkeep of OT systems at manufacturing sites, overseeing technical processes to enhance operations, and maintaining security measures to mitigate cyber risks. You will collaborate closely with site operations and maintenance teams to support these initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Infrastructure Maintenance:
    • Maintain system design documentation and asset inventories for the site ICS/OT environment, including the OT DMZ and Process Control Networks.
    • Oversee network architecture and dataflow diagrams.
    • Support virtual environments, including hardware, Hypervisor, Virtual Machines, and Host Hardware.
    • Assist with software installations and compliance, working alongside the local IT team.
    • Coordinate backup and recovery processes.
    • Provide technical maintenance for network infrastructure and endpoints.
  • System Management:
    • Maintain and troubleshoot Endpoint & Anti-Virus solutions within the OT/ICS environments.
    • Assist with application patching and upgrades.
    • Manage and troubleshoot network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
    • Support site historian systems, laboratory information management systems, and analytics software.
    • Maintain interfaces between local and enterprise historians.
  • Project Management and Communication:
    • Engage in OT/ICS projects, collaborating with capital projects, researchers, and management while balancing tasks and priorities.
    • Communicate effectively with end users, support teams, and management.

Key Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT and Operational Technology systems administration and maintenance.
  • A 4-year degree in a STEM field is preferred; a High School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Experience with Industrial Control Systems in Manufacturing and knowledge of ICS Operational Technology Components.
  • Relevant network training and/or certifications (e.g., CCENT, NETWORK+).
  • ICS/OT training and/or certifications (e.g., ISA, SANS, NIST).
  • Experience with Process Data Historian (AspenTech IP21).
  • Familiarity with computer network structures and Industrial network design, including ICS vendors such as Siemens, Rockwell, and ABB-Symphony.
  • Knowledge of industrial protocols such as Profibus and Modbus.
  • Willingness to travel regionally (up to 25%).

Skills:

  • Proven experience in leading, coordinating, or managing projects.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with users and management at various levels.
  • Proficient in analysis, organization, and critical thinking.

Axalta operates in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, serving four end markets: Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle, and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Our global presence enables us to deliver solutions in over 140 countries and coat 30 million vehicles annually. We are committed to sustainability, having set a carbon neutrality goal for 2040, alongside ten other initiatives, and we take pride in partnering with our customers to enhance their operations and achieve their objectives.

About Axalta:

Axalta has consistently been at the forefront of the coatings industry, continually investing in innovative solutions. Our technologies protect our customers' products while adding beauty and dimension with colorful finishes. Our diverse and evolving portfolio of brands is essential in modernizing infrastructure and enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, serving four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle, and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140 countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We are dedicated to sustainability and have set an ambitious carbon neutrality goal for 2040, alongside ten other initiatives, working closely with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.



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