Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Baker Hughes


Job Location:

Nailsea - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 3 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Are you passionate about securing critical energy infrastructure and industrial control systems

Do you enjoy applying cyber security expertise to complex subsea production systems and realworld engineering challenges

Join our team

Baker Hughes is a global energytechnology company operating in over 120 countries. We deliver innovative solutions that make energy safer cleaner and more efficient. Our engineering teams play a vital role in designing and delivering subsea production systems control equipment and digital solutions that enable reliable energy production worldwide.

Cyber security is a critical enabler of safe and reliable operations. Our teams work to protect industrial control systems communication networks and subsea assets from evolving cyber threats while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Partner the best

The Senior Cyber Security Engineer Subsea Production Systems will be responsible for designing implementing and maintaining cyber security solutions across subsea control systems SCADA environments and associated digital infrastructure.

You will work closely with system engineers software teams and product stakeholders to ensure that cyber security is embedded throughout the lifecycle of subsea production systemsfrom design through deployment and operation.

The role requires a strong understanding of OT (Operational Technology) security industrial communication protocols and secure system architecture within safetycritical environments.

As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer you will be responsible for:

  • Designing and implementing secure architectures for subsea control systems including topside and subsea communication networks
  • Performing cyber security risk assessments threat modeling and vulnerability analysis for SPS and SCADA systems
  • Defining and enforcing secure coding practices and design principles across PLC HMI and control software platforms
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant standards such as IEC 62443 NIST ISO 27001 and industry-specific regulations
  • Leading security reviews and audits across system designs software releases and project deliverables
  • Supporting incident response and root cause analysis for cyber security events in operational environments
  • Implementing and maintaining network segmentation secure remote access and monitoring controls for OT environments
  • Collaborating with engineering teams to secure industrial protocols (e.g. OPC UA Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet/IP)
  • Defining requirements for authentication encryption certificate management and key infrastructure within subsea systems
  • Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams on cyber security best practices
  • Supporting customer engagements including security documentation compliance evidence and technical responses

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you should have:

  • A Bachelors or Masters degree in Cyber Security Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Significant experience in cyber security engineering within industrial/OT environments preferably in oil & gas or energy
  • Strong knowledge of industrial control systems (ICS) SCADA and subsea production systems architectures
  • Proven experience with cyber security standards and frameworks (IEC 62443 highly desirable)
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA Modbus TCP/IP and secure communication design
  • Experience with network security technologies including firewalls IDS/IPS VPNs and segmentation strategies
  • Experience in risk assessment methodologies penetration testing or vulnerability management
  • Have a permanent work permit in UK

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people deliver their best work can vary. This role supports flexible working arrangements aligned with business and operational requirements.

  • 4 days from office

  • 1 day from home ( remote )

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We are committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment where employees are supported developed and empowered to grow their careers.

Working for you

For more than a century Baker Hughes has led the way in energy innovation. We continue to invest in our people and reward those who embrace learning deliver value and drive continuous improvement.

The Good Stuff

Join us and enjoy:

  • Contemporary worklife balance policies and wellbeing programs

  • Comprehensive private medical care options

  • Life insurance and disability coverage

  • Tailored financial programs

  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Senior Engineer Automation & Control Product Design and Engineering

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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