About The Position
GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business is seeking a Principal Engineer – Cyber Security, Transmission & Distribution Systems to provide deep technical leadership in securing critical grid infrastructure. In this role, you will support the design and integration of secure architecture across T&D products and systems, helping deliver safe, reliable, and compliant solutions for utility customers worldwide. This is a technical leadership role for an experienced engineer with strong cybersecurity expertise in industrial, embedded, and connected systems. You will work closely with product, systems, software, and engineering teams to embed cybersecurity into the product lifecycle, improve design rigor, and mentor engineers across the organization. L'activité Grid Solutions de GE Vernova recherche un ingénieur principal – Cybersécurité, systèmes de transmission et distribution pour offrir un leadership technique approfondi dans la sécurisation des infrastructures de réseau critiques. Dans ce rôle, vous soutiendrez la conception et l'intégration d'architectures sécurisées à travers les produits et systèmes T&D, contribuant à fournir des solutions sûres, fiables et conformes aux clients des services publics partout dans le monde. Il s'agit d'un rôle de leadership technique pour un ingénieur expérimenté doté d'une solide expertise en cybersécurité dans les systèmes industriels, embarqués et connectés. Vous travaillerez en étroite collaboration avec les équipes produit, systèmes, logiciels et ingénierie pour intégrer la cybersécurité dans le cycle de vie du produit, améliorer la rigueur de la conception et encadrer les ingénieurs à travers l'organisation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Advanced degree in a relevant technical discipline is a plus.
- Experience in Transmission & Distribution, utilities, power systems, or grid automation.
- Significant engineering experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, software, industrial systems, and critical infrastructure technologies.
- Demonstrated expertise in securing OT, ICS, embedded, or software-enabled products.
- Experience with cybersecurity architecture, technical reviews, and risk-based engineering decisions.
- Experience with embedded platforms, industrial protocols, secure communications, identity and access management, and threat modeling.
- Familiarity with standards such as IEC 62443, IEC 61850, IEC 62351, and NERC CIP.
- Demonstrated technical leadership through patents, publications, or industry engagement.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence in a cross-functional environment.
- Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, CEH, or ISA/IEC 62443 are preferred.
- Deep technical expertise with strong engineering judgment.
- Passion for mentoring and building technical capability.
- Systems thinker with a focus on quality, safety, and risk reduction.
- Strong collaborator who can work effectively across functions and global teams.
- Practical problem solver who can translate complex technical issues into actionable solutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership for cybersecurity design and implementation across Transmission & Distribution products and systems.
- Partner with engineering teams to embed Security by Design and secure development lifecycle practices into product development.
- Support cybersecurity requirements definition, threat modeling, design reviews, and technical problem solving.
- Guide teams on relevant standards and regulatory expectations, including OT/ICS and utility cybersecurity frameworks.
- Contribute to secure solutions across embedded systems, software platforms, communications, and connected infrastructure.
- Lead or support technical reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
- Develop and improve engineering guidance, design practices, and reusable technical knowledge.
- Mentor engineers and strengthen cybersecurity capability within the business.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, quality, compliance, and field teams.
Benefits
- At GE Vernova, you will help secure the technologies that power the world’s energy future.
- This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on critical infrastructure, influence product quality and technical rigor, and grow within a strong technical career path.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
