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Manager / Assistant Manager - OT Cyber Security

EY · Johannesburg, South Africa · Remote · Lead

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About the role

Manager / Assistant Manager – OT Cyber Security

 

Overview

 

EY South Africa is looking to strengthen its Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security capability with experienced OT cybersecurity professionals at Assistant Manager and Manager level.

We are specifically seeking candidates with hands-on OT, ICS and critical infrastructure experience who are comfortable working in operational environments such as mining, utilities, power generation, manufacturing and oil & gas.

This role will require regular travel and, in some cases, extended periods at client sites across South Africa and the broader Africa region.

 

What We Are Looking For

 

Assistant Manager

5–8 years relevant experience.

 

Manager

8–12 years relevant experience.

Candidates must have practical experience in one or more of the following sectors:

Mining

Utilities

Power Generation

Oil & Gas

Manufacturing

Critical Infrastructure

 

Required Technical Experience

OT Cyber Security Assessments

ICS Security

SCADA Security

OT Risk Assessments

Vulnerability Assessments

Security Architecture Reviews

Network Segmentation

Asset Discovery

OT Governance and Compliance

Incident Response within OT environments

 

Preferred Framework Experience

IEC 62443

NIST CSF

NIST 800-82

C2M2

ISA Standards

ISO 27001

 

Preferred Technologies

Nozomi

Claroty

Microsoft Defender for IoT

Tenable.ot

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

 

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following:

ISA/IEC 62443 Specialist Certifications

GICSP

CISSP

CISM

CCNA

Security+

Nozomi Certifications

Claroty Certifications

 

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to travel extensively.

Must be comfortable spending extended periods at remote client locations.

Strong report writing and client engagement skills.

Ability to conduct workshops, interviews and site assessments.

 

Key Success Factors

Deep OT and ICS knowledge.

Ability to work effectively in operational environments.

Strong understanding of IEC 62443 and OT security principles.

Practical experience rather than purely governance-focused experience.

Skills

Cybersecurity

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