OT Protocol and Device Specialist
- Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented and driven Industrial Network & Security Engineer to join our
OT SOC development team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, securing, and
maintaining the IT-OT network infrastructure, configuring detection systems like Zeek and
Suricata, and ensuring the network complies with industrial cybersecurity standards. You'll work
closely with OT protocol analysts and ML engineers to monitor and secure real-time industrial
network traffic.Key Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain secure IT-OT segmented networks, including VLANs, firewalls, and
- Configure and manage industrial network security devices including network taps, SPAN
- Develop and fine-tune custom Suricata rule sets to match OT threat models and
- Extend Zeek capabilities by adding new protocol dissectors and traffic parsers relevant to
- Manage secure remote access solutions including VPNs, jump servers, and bastion hosts
- Work on hardening OT networks, implementing access controls, and minimizing attack
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and cybersecurity frameworks such as IEC
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including ML engineers, protocol analysts, and
- Support the build-out and daily operations of an OT Security Operations Center (SOC).
- B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in OT network management, ICS cybersecurity, or industrial
- Strong understanding of industrial Ethernet, serial communication protocols (RS-
- Hands-on experience with firewall configuration, VLAN segmentation, routing, and
- Proficient in using and customizing network monitoring and intrusion detection tools
- Certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, GICSP, or ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity
- Familiarity with ICS/SCADA systems and architectures from vendors like Siemens,
- Experience in deploying or managing an OT SOC or SIEM in an industrial environment.
- Scripting or programming skills (e.g., Python, Lua, or Bash) for automating network
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK for ICS or similar threat frameworks.
- Be part of a cutting-edge initiative to build a world-class OT Security Operations Center.
- Work hands-on with modern industrial detection tools like Zeek and Suricata in real-
- Collaborate with domain experts in cybersecurity, machine learning, and protocol analysis.
- Tackle novel challenges in securing critical infrastructure and industrial systems.
- Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking team focused on innovation and industrial