Specialist - cybersecurity (ot & cyber physical)

Internal CommunicationVP – CybersecurityFleet Operations & Ship ManagementFleet IT SupportBusiness UnitsSOC TeamPurposeProvide updates on OT security program progress, incidents, and compliance status.Coordinate OT assessments, remediation efforts, and incident response activities.Collaborate on vessel IT/OT system integration, troubleshooting, remediation, and technical support.Embed OT security into system lifecycles and new cyber-physical projects.Align OT monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident handling with enterprise security operations.Occupational Health and Safety & EnvironmentAccountabilityAre accountable for their acts and omissions.ResponsibilityTo follow agreed safe systems of work; to follow training and instructions; and to report accidents, incidents and near misses.AuthorityTo stop work if they think the work is unsafe.ResponsibilitiesOT Security ProgramLead Milaha’s Vessel OT Cybersecurity Program (assessment and remediation workstreams) as the primary focus, ensuring alignment with IMO and IACS standards.Maintain OT/ICS security baselines, risk register, and remediation roadmap, extending practices to cyber-physical systems in innovation projects.Ensure continuous improvement of OT security posture through assessments, gap closure, and stakeholder engagement.OT Security OperationsManage OT security monitoring, vulnerability management, and anomaly detection across vessel systems.Coordinate OT incident response activities, develop OT‑specific playbooks, and integrate maritime threat intelligence into OT operations and response planning.Work with SOC/MSSP partners and fleet operations teams to triage, contain, and recover from OT‑related incidents.Ensure enterprise‑wide visibility and alignment with Milaha’s overall incident management frameworkCompliance & Regulatory AlignmentEnsure ongoing compliance with IMO 2021 Guidelines, IACS Unified Requirements (E26/E27), and other maritime cybersecurity obligations.Support regulatory inspections, classification society reviews, and client cybersecurity audits with OT‑specific evidence.Monitor evolving OT regulatory and industry standards, embedding them into Milaha’s OT security framework.Resilience & ContinuityIntegrate vessel OT and other operational systems into Milaha’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans (BCP/DRP).Conduct OT‑focused resilience drills and simulations to validate readiness and recovery capabilities.Align OT recovery strategies with enterprise‑wide continuity and disaster recovery requirements.Stakeholder & Vendor EngagementCollaborate with Milaha Ship Management, engineering, and innovation project teams to embed OT security in daily operations and new system lifecyclesProvide OT cybersecurity awareness and training to vessel crews and technical staff.Act as the security liaison with OT vendors, shipyards, and classification societies to ensure secure integration and lifecycle governance.Provide OT cybersecurity assurance and audit support for fleet OT systems, shipboard inspections, and classification reviews.AssignmentsUndertake additional cybersecurity tasks or projects as assigned within the department.Support other cybersecurity initiatives or assignments as required, contributing expertise to cross‑pillar to strengthen Milaha’s overall cybersecurity postureQualificationsEducation & Professional QualificationBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical/Control Engineering, or related field.Professional certifications preferred: GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent OT/ICS security credentials.Professional Experience6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3–5 years focused on OT/ICS or cyber‑physical systems security, including experience with vessel OT systems or shipboard cyber audits.Proven experience leading OT security assessments, remediation, and incident response activities.Familiarity with maritime or industrial environments (e.g., shipping, logistics, energy) is highly desirable.Technical ExpertiseStrong knowledge of OT/ICS protocols, architectures, and vulnerabilities.Hands‑on experience with OT system monitoring, incident response, and threat detection.Understanding of international standards and regulations: IMO 2021 Guidelines, IACS E26/E27, NIST CSF, ISA/IEC 62443.Knowledge of IT/OT integration, vessel IT systems, and supporting technologies.Soft SkillsStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to prioritize remediation activities in complex environments.Effective communicator, able to collaborate with fleet operations, IT, vendors, and regulators.High integrity and resilience under pressure, with a proactive and hands‑on approach.Ability to train and influence both technical and non‑technical stakeholders (e.g., vessel crews, fleet IT support, BU leaders, operations manager).