Lead Protection and Control Cybersecurity Engineer
About The Position
The Lead Protection and Controls Cyber Security Engineer is a key technical resource directly supporting Project Management and Technical Leaders for the definition, design and implementation of the Cybersecurity requirements for Substation Automation projects. The incumbent acts as a technical authority for the project, ensuring the successful execution of both basic and detailed design phases within the defined delivery timelines, design budget (man-days), and quality standards. This role will deliver the technical execution for the substation LAN Networks and ensures Cybersecurity compliance for the substation automation system. Project architectures will encompass hardware devices (protection relays, bay controller units, auxiliary relays, industrial computers, synchronizing clocks, telecom equipment) and software applications (distribution automation, process bus, advanced protection schemes, cybersecurity management, device management, assets performance, microgrid) to monitor, control and protect various industrial applications in the energy sector and in particular the electrical grids. You will be actively involved in tendering support, design, configuration, FAT and SAT activities. This is a customer-facing role requiring experience presenting solutions and supporting demos, pilots, and proof‑of‑concepts to stakeholders at multiple levels.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in design, implementation, testing, troubleshooting, and delivery of OT Networking solutions and Cybersecurity.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in substation automation protection and control solutions
- Fluent in English and able to travel up to 30% across the U.S. and Canada.
Nice To Haves
- Strong technical expertise in the design and implementation of Substation Automation and protection and control solutions.
- Knowledge of OT-specific protocols and standards such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, and OPC.
- Experience in designing and implementing security controls for OT systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.
- Familiarity with network segmentation techniques and security architectures for OT systems.
- Knowledge of cyber security standards and regulations affecting the utilities industry, such as IEC 62443, NERC CIP, IEEE 1686, IEC 62351
- Relevant Cyber security certification (ex. ISC2, SANS, ISACA, CISSP) and Professional Engineering (PE) license are a plus
- Strong understanding of utility standards and practices, with the ability to tailor solutions to diverse customer requirements.
- Working knowledge of protection systems and commissioning processes for Substation Automation Systems (SAS).
- Proficient in project organization, engineering workflows, and execution planning to ensure efficient delivery.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
Responsibilities
- Create and implement comprehensive substation automation network & cybersecurity designs. This includes creating Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and defining related architectures.
- Act as the point of contact for all matters related to cybersecurity and networking in a project environment.
- Lead the configuration of Cyber security devices including Switches, Routers, firewalls, etc
- Prepare and execute FAT and SAT plans to validate the Network and Cybersecurity solution.
- Assist tendering team with reviewing RFQs, identifying clarifications and exceptions, preparing reference architectures and estimating costs associated with implementing cybersecurity solutions.
- Lead design reviews and customer technical discussions, resolving comments and driving timely approvals in compliance with quality and engineering standards.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partners to support FAT, site issue resolution, snag closure, and Site Acceptance Testing.
- Drive on-time, high-quality delivery of design packages by tracking progress, controlling design hours, mitigating execution risks, and supporting scope and variation order assessments.
- Represent customer technical requirements in design decisions, align engineering deliverables with business objectives, and ensure strict adherence to EHS standards and safe work practices.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
- access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- tuition assistance
- adoption assistance
- paid parental leave
- disability benefits
- life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- permissive time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
