Ot Technical Lead

Job Details Job ID: #45193
Category: DWS-Local Operations
Location: Bologna, Italy
Position Type: Employee
Role: OT Technical Lead
We are looking for an OT Technical Lead to deliver and validate end-to-end OT cybersecurity solutions through controlled pilot deployments in live factory environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring both security and operational effectiveness, supporting the scale-up of a global cybersecurity initiative.
Key Responsibilities Translate approved OT cybersecurity designs and recommendations into executable pilot technical packages
Assess implementations against approved architectures, standards, and policies, identifying design gaps and site-specific constraints
Propose technical and operational improvements to enhance the reference solution and address identified risks
Act as the remote Technical Lead during pilot deployments, coordinating local OT and IT teams while bridging global and local Operations
Ensure pilot implementation and testing activities are safe for production and aligned with plant requirements
Coordinate and provide technical guidance to external vendors, including OEMs and system integrators
Lead the validation of deployed solutions and coordinate functional, integration, and security testing activities
Troubleshoot OT, IT, and cybersecurity issues across networks, firewalls, access paths, and related technologies
Ensure compliance with OT security standards and internal policies, supporting cyber risk reduction initiatives
Produce and maintain technical documentation, including configuration reports, test scripts, procedures, user manuals, and lessons learned
Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience in OT Engineering, OT Cybersecurity, OT Consulting, or OT/IT integration
Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong knowledge of OT Network Segmentation & OT/IT Integration; Network Security & Remote Access; PAM & Active Directory
SCADA and Industrial Networks
Experience leading technical deployments, testing, troubleshooting, and coordinating vendors or technical teams
Experience with risk assessment, compliance, and technical documentation
Soft Skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Problem-solving and analytical mindset
Independence and accountability
Attention to detail
Agile and solution-oriented approach
Language Proficiency English: Professional written and spoken proficiency
Italian: Professional written and spoken proficiency
Desired Qualifications Experience with OT cybersecurity projects in manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of PAM, remote access solutions, and OT security standards (e.g. ISA/IEC 62443).
Certifications such as GICSP, OT Cybersecurity, Scrum, Agile, or Project Management are a plus.
Strong testing and validation mindset.
Experience working with SCADA, industrial networks, and shop floor environments.
Work Conditions Working hours: 40 working hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Working setup (hybrid, on site, remote): Hybrid, 1/2 days from home
What We Offer Salary starting with 50000 EUR gross/year, depending on seniority level. The final salary offer will be determined based on gender-neutral, objective criteria, such as, but not limited to the experience and seniority level required for the role, as outlined in the job description. This will be further assessed during the technical interview.
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) applied: Terziario Commercio
Meal vouchers of 8 per worked day.
Medical insurance.
Special referral bonuses for recommending your friends;
Possibility to following trainings via Stefanini Linkedin Learning, IT and soft skills training provided by our specialists.
Opportunities for professional development in a stable multinational environment.
Exposure to an international environment as part of a multicultural team spread across Europe.
Diversity & Inclusion Here at the Stefanini Group, we value plurality and equity, regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, religion, gender, and nationality. We understand and encourage the importance of being you
About us We are the Stefanini group, a global tech consulting company of Brazilian origin that believes in the power of people to transform businesses through technology.
We are present in over 40 countries and operate with the purpose of co-creating solutions TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENTS that accelerate results and improve the experience of people and organizations.
Here, we like to say that technology is not the end, but the means: what really matters are the people who drive it all.
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