OT Cybersecurity & Industrial Security Specialist

About Gramian Consulting Group

Gramian Consulting Group is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. The company focuses on building high-performing teams by matching professionals with client needs, leveraging a background in software engineering and leadership.

The Role: OT Cybersecurity & Industrial Security Specialist

Gramian Consulting Group is seeking an experienced OT Cybersecurity & Industrial Security Specialist to support and deliver cybersecurity assessments within industrial and operational technology environments. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, and requires significant onsite work at operational facilities. The specialist will evaluate OT security maturity, controls, risks, and compliance against established industry frameworks, working closely with plant operations, engineering, and cybersecurity teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct OT cybersecurity assessments across industrial and operational environments.
• Evaluate OT security maturity, controls, vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance.
• Perform gap analyses against applicable cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
• Assess SCADA, DCS, PLCs, industrial networks, and related OT infrastructure.
• Conduct onsite interviews, workshops, facility inspections, and technical assessments.
• Collaborate with plant operations, engineering, IT, and cybersecurity stakeholders to understand risks and existing controls.
• Identify security gaps and develop practical recommendations for risk reduction and remediation.
• Document assessment findings, risks, observations, and recommendations in professional reports.
• Facilitate client workshops and present technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support the development of OT cybersecurity roadmaps and improvement plans as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in OT cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate OT security maturity, controls, risks, and compliance.
• Experience with industry frameworks relevant to industrial and operational technology environments.
• Proficiency in assessing SCADA, DCS, PLCs, industrial networks, and related OT infrastructure.

Work Environment

This role involves significant onsite work at operational facilities within Riyadh. Candidates should be prepared for extended periods onsite to conduct interviews, workshops, site inspections, and technical assessments.

Application Information

The salary for this position will be discussed during the interview process.