Industrial Cybersecurity Assessor

The Industrial Cybersecurity Assessor will evaluate the security of network-connectable devices, products, and industrial equipment systems. This will include the analysis of products under evaluation, the support and training of engineers for evaluation projects. 

Working on connected technologies Industrial OT/IIoT, IoT using the security framework, certification as per IEC-62443 standards within several unique ecosystems including Smart buildings, Smart Cities, Smart Manufacturing -Industry4.0, Factory automation

The ideal OT candidate shall possess an understanding of OT fundamentals and best cybersecurity practices.

• Shall be able to provide personalized guidance and support to customers, considering project planning, training, assessment, documentation, and implementation.


• Formal report writing in line with customer and certification scheme requirements.


• Support IEC 62443 certification of components, products, and systems.


• Support the Project Management team on evaluation scoping, resource requirements, certification body and customer expectations, delivering projects within the expected time.


• Pro-actively identifies relevant industry trends and drive knowledge / expertise development in this domain, by coaching colleagues and taking ownership of activities to increase customer awareness of UL (including papers, articles, conference attendance).


• Provides upgrades to UL and industry technical requirements on security requirements along with other standard bodies by collaborating the Software & Security team.


• Supports security team in building and improving UL’s assurance programs and services.


• Provides high-level technical support to the operations department and internal staff. This may include planning, logistics, updating procedures, training, and quality issues.


• Provides sales support and the sale of more complex projects.


• Ensures internal procedures such as timely updates on project progress, invoicing and other administrative processes are being followed.

• University Degree (Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree), preferably in Cybersecurity, Instrumentation and Controls, Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics or a technically related discipline


• At least 2-5 years of relevant work experience, proven background in customer facing advisory services, technical expertise.


• Experience with IEC 62443 standard, Industrial automation, and control systems-DCS/ICS/SCADA/PLC/OT Protocols/OT security.


• Have proven experience in customer facing advisory services (project and delivery), and knowledge of product certification methodologies.


• Have a competency in cybersecurity domain (Risk Management, Asset Security, Network Security, Identity & Access Management etc.) and in other cybersecurity solutions.


• Have strong communication skills and the ability to facilitate presentations and quickly adapt to various technical and organisational environments. 


• Be resilient and have collaborative profile, being able to coach other team members, share knowledge and work in various teams at the same time.


• Capable of expanding lead generation, chargeable work, and developing new services. 


• Have a proven history of responsibility, accuracy, and attention to details.


• Understands the importance of addressing customer needs.


• Detailed knowledge of industry issues, needs, and problems.


• Experience protecting or implementing OT technology in critical infrastructure and key resource sectors such as Energy, Water, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Maritime, Renewable Energy, EV charging, Transportation or Telecommunications.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese.


• Ability to work in an international, fast-paced environment and willingness to travel.