OT Security Technical Officer

Secure by Design. Reliable by Default.

In this role, you will be responsible for defining, evaluating, designing, and improving security concepts and controls for OT security platforms and technologies, in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, to ensure resilient, safe, and compliant operations. The role requires deep technical expertise in ICS cybersecurity combined with strong collaboration and communication skills to engage with plant, logistics, after-market services, engineering, and management stakeholders, to enable effective delivery of security controls and capabilities.

What You'll do

• Define, evaluate, and implement complex OT security concepts into actionable controls, aligned with IEC 62443, NIST, and regulatory requirements across industrial environments
• Drive continuous improvement of OT security architecture, including network segmentation and secure design principles for IT/OT identity split, central remote access solution for third-party vendors, device hardening, threat and detection response capabilities
• Translate technical risks into business impact and process resilience, to support decision-making at operational (engineering, maintenance, etc.) and management levels
• Assess vulnerabilities, lead system hardening, and design compensating controls for ICS/SCADA platforms
• Collaborate with engineering, plant, and IT security teams to integrate OT security into operational processes

What You’ll Bring

To help you succeed, we’ll provide you with everything you need so that we’re driving impact together from day one. You’ll find a stable working environment, exceptional support, learning and development, and a great team around you. Here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Industrial Automation, or Cybersecurity; Master’s and/or relevant certifications are a plus: GICSP, GRID, ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Expert, CISSP
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity overall, and at least 3 years of experience in OT cybersecurity, ICS/SCADA environments, or industrial network security roles within critical infrastructure, manufacturing, or utilities
• Strong knowledge of OT cybersecurity standards (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST frameworks) and ICS architectures, protocols, and network segmentation
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessments, system hardening, and OT security controls
• Ability to communicate technical risks in business terms and collaborate across engineering, IT, and leadership teams
• Passion for continuous learning in OT cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and fluency in English
• Preferred but not required: relevant certifications (e.g., GICSP, CISSP, CISM), OT/ICS incident response experience, exposure to project management in industrial environments, and familiarity with OT threat intelligence and IT/OT architecture principles

What’s In It for You

We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:

• Work alongside colleagues from multiple nationalities in a vibrant, fast growing regional hub.
• Access to global mobility opportunities and international project exposure.
• A caring, collaborative culture built on integrity, trust, wellbeing, and high performance, proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® 2025.
• Structured learning programs, cross functional exposure, and fast-tracked career pathways through Hilti Asia Learning & Development.
• Opportunities to work on regional and global initiatives that accelerate your growth.
• Modern, flexible work environment in Kuala Lumpur, including hybrid working options (varies by role).
• Comprehensive medical coverage, wellness activities, sports groups, CSR and volunteer initiatives, and regular engagement events.
• Attractive compensation, performance-based rewards, and employee discounts including access to Hilti tools.
• Strong commitment to sustainability and community impact through various initiatives and programs.

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.