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Cyber Defense Engineer, Contract Capabilities

Client: Rockwell Automation

Location: United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1dbf4dd41303

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you, we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As an OT Cybersecurity Detection Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing detection strategies and tools to identify and respond to cyber threats targeting critical OT/ICS environments. You will work closely with both internal and external cybersecurity teams to ensure the security and resilience of our industrial infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of OT protocols, industrial control systems, OT threat intelligence, and cybersecurity best practices, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will report to the Global Engineering Manager, Contract Capabilities, and will be fully remote, working anywhere in Poland, Spain, France, UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain detection rules and alerting mechanisms for OT cybersecurity within SIEM and other security tools.
• Analyze OT network traffic, logs, and security events to identify threats and anomalies.
• Optimize detection rules, collaborate with OT teams, and contribute to security policies and procedures.
• Participate in incident response and stay informed on emerging OT cybersecurity threats and mitigation strategies.
• Recommend security technologies, ensure IT-OT integration, and provide training on OT detection techniques.

The Essentials - You Will Have

• Knowledge of common cybersecurity frameworks and standards relevant to OT (e.g., NIST SP 800-82, IEC 62443).
• Strong understanding of OT protocols, architectures, and industrial control systems, including cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
• Proven experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms, network analysis tools like Wireshark, and OT-specific threat detection.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with familiarity in threat intelligence for OT environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to convey technical information to diverse audiences.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have

• High level of IPC to keep up with evolving technology, understand complex technology dependency, and work across a range of service offerings that may leverage a wide array of technologies and partners.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
• Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
• On-demand digital course library for professional development