Cyber OT Security Lead | Spain or Portugal

We are looking for a "Cyber OT Security Lead" who will offer service to a pharmaceutical company.

SKILLS :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Industrial Management, or a related technical discipline.
• years of experience in project management or coordination of OT or automation programs in industrial environments.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional OT/IT initiatives across multiple sites or countries.
• Familiarity with regulated industries (GxP, GMP, Data Integrity) and awareness of European cybersecurity or data protection regulations.
• Strong background in stakeholder coordination, planning, and project delivery rather than hands-on technical execution.

Specialized knowledge (MUST):

• Understanding of OT environments (manufacturing networks, PLC/SCADA systems, production automation).
• Awareness of cybersecurity and data integrity principles in operational systems.
• Experience coordinating or leading implementation projects involving automation, IT infrastructure, or cybersecurity controls.
• Proven ability to translate technical and regulatory requirements into structured project plans.
• Competence in reporting, documentation, and KPI tracking for program governance.

Specialized knowledge (PLUS):

• Familiarity with IEC 62443, ISO 27001, or NIS2 frameworks (conceptual level).
• Experience in audit preparation or compliance tracking within GxP or GMP environments.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) or Service Management (ITIL).
• Security or governance certifications (CISSP, GICSP) are appreciated but not mandatory.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Capacity to influence without direct authority, ensuring delivery through collaboration.
• Organizational discipline, analytical thinking, and problem-solving orientation.
• Fluent English (mandatory); other European languages are a plus.

TASKS :

Program & Project Coordination:

• Lead and coordinate OT cybersecurity and automation improvement programs across several manufacturing sites.
• Manage project planning, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with site engineering, automation, and IT security teams.
• Ensure alignment of local activities with the global OT cybersecurity strategy and corporate standards.
• Track progress, identify deviations, and coordinate corrective actions with stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, dashboards, and reports for management review.

Governance & Compliance:

• Ensure that OT-related initiatives align with GxP, GMP Annex 11, Data Integrity, and internal cybersecurity guidelines.
• Coordinate audit readiness activities and follow-up of findings with site and corporate teams.
• Consolidate and present compliance KPIs and project performance metrics.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of governance frameworks and templates.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management:

• Act as the interface between global cybersecurity functions, local engineering teams, and external service providers.
• Facilitate communication and ensure mutual understanding of requirements and deliverables.
• Support vendor qualification and performance evaluation processes.
• Drive collaboration among automation, IT, and compliance departments to ensure consistent execution.

Risk & Change Management:

• Identify and evaluate project risks and dependencies across multiple plants.
• Coordinate risk mitigation actions and communicate potential impacts to management.
• Support change management processes ensuring adoption of new cybersecurity and OT procedures.

Awareness & Continuous Improvement:

• Promote a "security-by-design and compliance-by-default" culture in manufacturing environments.
• Organize or support training sessions and awareness campaigns for operations and technical staff.
• Participate in global forums to share lessons learned and standardize OT security practices.

SCHEDULE :

• 08/09h -17/18h from Monday to Friday (flexible)
• 100% remote working 

CONDITIONS :

• Salary package based on your profile. We will discuss it on our first call.
• Permanent Contract
• Flexible Retribution Program (medical insurance, public transport ticket and childcare check)
• Discounts on gym network(Andjoy)
• Learning & Development 
• Friend Referral Program

Our goal is that you are well in every way