Snr Consultant, Operational Technology Security-R&D

Snr Consultant, Operational Technology Security-R&D Singtel The Singtel Group, Asia's leading communications group provides a diverse range of services including fixed, mobile, data, internet, TV, infocomms technology (ICT) and digital solutions. NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 13,000 has delivered large-scale, mission-critical, and multi-platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region. As a Senior Consultant, Operational Technology (OT) Security, you will be responsible for establishing thought leadership, pursuing opportunities, and delivering projects in emerging domains. Current topics of interest include security for Cyber Physical Systems (Including OT/ICS, 5G use cases, and IoT), Data Protection (including Post-Quantum Security), AI for Cybersecurity, and Cybersecurity for AI. You will also be responsible for the joint research lab partnering with Institutes of Higher Learning to conduct research and development in next-generation cybersecurity technologies. You will play a pivotal role in advancing our organization's R&D initiatives by identifying vulnerabilities, developing cutting-edge solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust OT security strategies. You should expect to take on a role that leads technical and project management of OT/ICS security project delivery or play an active role in pursuing and responding to new OT/ICS security opportunities (depending on alignment to candidate profile). What will you do? Play a technical role in OT/ICS security consultancy projects. Independently manage and deliver OT/ICS security projects, typically for advanced/critical systems or as part of a larger new site construction project. Perform technical management and project management aligned to best practices of project management, OT/ICS security, and systems engineering for complex/critical systems. Lead the planning and execution of project delivery. Serve as the key point of contact for the project, focusing on stakeholder management. Drive the coordination of activities in a complex project environment to execute the project and project plans. Ensure smooth integration of the OT/ICS security project workstream activities with technical and non-technical workstreams in the larger construction/development project. Complement the OT/ICS Security technical specialist and take on part of the technical work scope in project execution as needed. Actively pursue and respond to new OT/ICS security opportunities when necessary. Work with various parties involved for business development, outreach, technical pre-sales, and thought leadership relating to OT/ICS security. Coordinate with various parties to develop project proposals, plans, and budgets in response to opportunities. Stay updated with trends and market offerings in the OT/ICS security domain. Adopt a commercial perspective regarding go-to-market for transitioning R&D topics to commercial offerings. Develop program plans in emerging technology domains of interest (OT/ICS Security). Participate in engagements related to commercializing and go-to-market strategies in the emerging technology domain of interest (OT/ICS Security). Drive clear results of projects in alignment with strategy and vision. Identify external collaborators (for funding, co-innovation, go-to-market, etc.) in alignment with strategy and vision. The ideal candidate should possess: Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent. At least 10 years of working experience in Cyber/OT/ICS security. Comfort with technical details, familiar with project and product management concepts. Prior experience in cybersecurity concepts, understanding project management, and passion for OT/ICS security and emerging technology topics such as AI, 5G use cases, robotics, and autonomous technology. Experience in roadmaps and strategy, or experience in innovation and seeking innovation/research grants will be an advantage. Professional certificates in Programme Management, Project Management, or Business Analyst desired but not mandatory. GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional), CISSP, or similar is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Good communication and presentation abilities for technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr