Network and Cybersecurity Engineer

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0139006

Date Posted:

2026-07-31

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity:

We are looking for a motivated, teamwork-oriented doer with a strong interest in cybersecurity and a willingness to share expertise. We would welcome applications from experienced professionals, as well as younger applicants who are keen to take their careers to the next level. To excel in this position, you will need to be organized, responsive and focused on delivering results and serving the customer.
 

How you’ll make an impact:

• Focusing on network and cybersecurity, you will deliver high quality and cost-efficient engineering solutions for our customers.

• Collaborating with colleagues, you will be responsible for assessing network and cybersecurity requirements in customers’ technical specifications, talking to, and aligning with clients (as well as the internal cybersecurity and project teams) how to realize specific requirements in the control system delivery.

• Being responsible for designing, implementing, testing, and deploying the network and cyber security controls of the control system.

• Participating in the factory and site acceptance Test for the customer witnessing. Provide hands-on support for GPS clocks, routers, firewalls, switches, servers, and SCADA communication systems.

• Developing and enforcing system hardening policies, procedures, and best practices in compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC62443, NERC CIP, NIST).

• Supporting preparation and delivery of project documentation to the customer ensuring accuracy and quality.

• During commissioning, you may support the network and cybersecurity activities, evidence collection.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

 Your background:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering electrical and electronics engineering, computer science, OT systems or equivalent.

• 5 years of experience in OT networking and cybersecurity roles. Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTPS, Radius, LDAP) and network architecture.

• Proficiency with various network hardware and software vendors (e.g., Cisco, Hirschmann, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Meinberg, SEL).

• Good experience in Windows Operating Systems. Awareness of commonly used security tools like IDS, IPS, NESSUS, CIS CAT, Nmap, McAfee ePO, Syslog manager.

• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or similar are added advantage. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network and security issues.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.