Job Details

• Own the software architecture, design, development and delivery of competitive cybersecurity shared components to all the Grid Automation product lines to support targeted growth.
• Provide technically innovative solutions that are differentiated from the peers in the market
• Perform cybersecurity audits and risk assessment; write and participate in acceptance tests; troubleshoot system issues and provide solutions
• Lead the development of software architecture and design discussions for cybersecurity-related components on behalf of Substation Automation product line
• Engage with industry software product partners in the cybersecurity domain to build offerings with speed and at scale
• Provide technical expertise to the projects organization as required
• Influence further GA products cyber security features based on learnings
• Provide Cybersecurity and Software Architecture thought leadership within Grid Automation
• Stay current with Software Architecture standards evolution, industry trends, customers’ expectations
• Ensure contemporary tools and processes are used to support Cyber Security offerings deployment
• Partner with GA Cyber Security mission-based team to monetize cybersecurity offerings
• Understand competitors’ offerings

• Minimum 5 years of experience in software architecture and design domain
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming paradigm and languages (C++, C#, …)
• Demonstrated experience with Linux / Windows operating systems including; user account management, security / system hardening & device control, and patch management
• Software development cycle and automated testing experience (TDD/BDD)
• Deep understanding of major security architectures, Potential vulnerabilities and resolutions
• Familiarity with encryption fundamentals: PKI, Encryption, Digital Signatures & Key Management
• Knowledge of cyber asset protection regulations and standards effecting the utilities industry including: NERC-CIP, NIST, IEC62443, IEC62351
• Experience in the cyber security space (IT or OT)
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of network communication protocols including: Modbus, OPC (DA, AE, UA).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the substation automation communication protocols: DNP3, IEC61850 etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of influencing the customer and driving strategic change
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify and explain critical issues
• Cyber security certification (ex. ISC2, SANS, ISACA, CISSP) is a plus
• Strong customer focus and entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong business and financial acumen and operating background
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Reference ID - GH/PHL/JC//30102019//87402/Software Architect/