Specialist, Cyber Security
VestasAbout the role
As a Cyber Security Specialist you will be responsible for protecting SCADA systems for wind power plants both onshore and offshore.
Join us in advancing innovation and ensuring resilient cybersecurity solutions for our global renewable energy projects Transform clusters of wind turbines into fully operational power plants while contributing to a sustainable future.
Ready to safeguard the energy revolution?
Apply now and become part of Vestas’ goal to deliver clean reliable energy through technical innovation!
Vestas Technology & Operations Frontend Engineering & Technology Regional Engineering & Technology NCE Plant Engineering NCE
Vestas Technology & Operations is where new product ideas are developed matured improved and tested Within Frontend Engineering & Technology you'll find our department Plant Engineering NCE as part of Regional Engineering & Technology NCE.
Our department supports the organization in the development configuration installation and servicing of SCADA systems for medium and large-scale wind power plants both onshore and offshore.
Our aim is to transform a cluster of wind turbines into a fully functional power plant ensuring compliance with contractual and regional requirements Our primary customers include major power supply companies and professional investors in the renewable energy sector.
Responsibilities
As a Cyber Security Specialist in the NCE Plant Engineering team you will ensure that all SCADA solutions within the region align with Vestas standards and meet customer requirements. You will be key in supporting the business by offering technical insight and contributing to the overall cybersecurity strategy. Your role will involve coordinating cybersecurity initiatives across a diverse suite of Industrial Control System components while focusing on the following key areas.
- Review legal and customer documentation to identify and extract relevant technical requirements
- Map cybersecurity requirements to a generic durable and trusted cybersecurity architecture
- Collaborate with value chain representatives to ensure architecture alignment across all lifecycle stages including production commissioning and service operations
- Enable appropriate security controls to safeguard OT data and infrastructure
- Engage in the change management process to ensure consistent cybersecurity practices
- Assist the team in handling cybersecurity incidents as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Good understanding of industry standards particularly IEC 62443 and IEC 62351
- Awareness of cybersecurity trends emerging threats and hacking techniques Familiarity with advanced security practices such as computer forensic analysis ethical hacking and security testing
- Experience in working with Industrial Control Systems in a similar role
- Ample experience in project execution and change management processes
- Several years of experience in the energy sector or related fields is beneficial
- Fluency in technical English both written and oral
Competencies
- Attention to detail and focus on quality balanced with a pragmatic mindset
- Capable of functioning adequately in a remote work environment
- Effective communication skills with proficiency in stakeholder management
- Ability to manage tasks individually and collaborate effectively with a team
- Experience in guiding and supporting teams to achieve goals
What we offer
We provide an engaging opportunity to contribute to the network supporting our core products which are vital to both our customers and Vestas You will work alongside engaged and collaborative colleagues within a truly global organization offering great opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and personal growth.
Our work environment is goal-oriented highly professional and deeply invested in technical proficiency.
Additional information
The primary work location for this role is our office in Hamburg Germany However we are open to considering the following alternative locations
Videbæk Denmark
Aarhus Denmark
Malmö Sweden
Husum Germany
Up to 60 travel days per year
Please be advised to apply on or before 30th Sept 2025
We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time including prior to the advertised closing date.
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