Operation Technology(OT) Cyber Engineer AP (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

​About the role

• Our Operation Technology(OT) Cyber / MES team, composed of 6 people, is integrated in the Engineering department and focuses on the cyber security and the Manufacturing Execution systems for our Industrial installations in collaboration with our Site teams, our Industrial Digital Transformation team and our IT organization.

• As an OT Cyber Engineer, you will work on assessing existing installations, implementing security features,  and training local teams to support our production sites. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the protection of our installations  and have a positive impact on their availability.

You will be accountable for:

• Realize test and implementation for new cyber security solutions 

• Provide practical support to AP sites in implementing OT security solutions and detailed designs (ISA levels 2, 1, 0)

• Collect status of cyber situation in AP plants to feed corporate dashboards 

• Provide training to AP plant cyber security stakeholders

• support Corporate Industrial Cyber Security Officer in: defining OT security detailed designs, architectures and solutions for all OT scope (ISA levels 3, 2, 1, 0); building awareness sessions and training for OT cyber security; support internal & external OT audits and pen tests (scope preparation, audit findings monitoring…).

• Thanks to deep knowledge in OT aspects and more specifically Industrial Control Systems (DCS) and associated OT network, you will also support Engineering Department in the development of CAPEX projects in Asia Pacific area and support sites in the realization of their own projects and for improvement of their OT installations

• We offer a fixed-term (3 years) contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent Bachelor in Industrial Automation or Industrial IT. 

• Relevant work experience minimum of 4/5 years in industrial Automation domains, preferably in Chemical industry and with field experience and 1 year minimum in cybersecurity activities, experiencing Industrial cyber security standards and regulations (NIST, IEC62443, MLPS, NIS…)

• Competencies:

  • Industrial Control Systems for Chemical processes (notably Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa Centum VP, Honeywell Experion), industrial IT/OT (DCS/PLC) architecture, 

  • Industrial Communication, Process Control Networks, TCP and IP protocols

  • Industrial cyber security standards (NIST, IEC62443, MLPS, NIS…)

• Behaviors:

  • Team working; Willingness to acquire knowledge of network, host security technologies and products and to continuously improve these skills;

  • Strong customer orientation, open mindedness, good oral communication skills;

  • English and Chinese languages are mandatory. Additional EU language is a plus.

  • Ready to regularly travel in the AP area and occasionally in other area’s (up to 30-40% total)

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the China Shanghai base pay reasonably expected for this role is  425,440 to 531,800 CNY , your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.

• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.

• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.​

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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