FPC Global
Lead OT Cybersecurity Solutions Architect
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Lead OT Cybersecurity Solutions Architect
Lead OT Cybersecurity Solutions Architect
At FPC Global, we are the world's leading digital building experts. We offer full-service integrated technology consultancy and professional services to the built environment, partnering with global organisations to improve asset performance, security, operational efficiency, sustainability outcomes, and digital maturity across complex portfolios.
About the Role
As Lead OT Cybersecurity Solutions Architect, you will be the global technical authority at FPC Digital, blending strategy with hands-on delivery in a high-impact hybrid role reporting directly to the Managing Director with a dotted line to the CTO (Matrix Structure).
In an era where intelligent buildings and data centres lack traditional "air-gaps", you will:
- Design resilient, secure-by-design architectures for OT, BMS (Building Management Systems), and IoT ecosystems across global Corporate Real Estate and Hyperscale Data Centres.
- Lead the definition of next-generation OT security services.
- Execute the strategy for our Centre of Excellence (CoE)-based OT SOC.
You will operate across consulting and delivery, embedding cybersecurity into BMS and Smart Building processes from design through operations. Integrated into the global Technology & Innovation function, you will:
- Lead the Cybersecurity SteerCo within the Technical Design Authority (TDA).
- Ensure field insights shape global standards, partner strategies, and innovation.
- Mentor a specialised OT Cybersecurity team while enhancing auditing standards and technical governance globally.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Design, Smart Building Integration & Delivery
- Secure-by-Design Architectures: Define, design, and execute end-to-end technical security architectures for complex OT, BMS, and IoT ecosystems.
- Embedded Cybersecurity: Champion security as a primary design criterion in BMS and Smart Building infrastructure.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align strategic advice with practical field engineering and commissioning.
- Standards Enforcement: Champion IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and CIS Controls, translating compliance into practical engineering solutions.
- Zero Trust & Segmentation: Design and deploy network micro-segmentation, IAM, and zero-trust policies for legacy and modern OT systems.
2. Technical Design Authority (TDA) & Innovation Leadership
- Vertical Ownership: Lead the Cybersecurity SteerCo, collaborating directly with the CTO’s office on global technical direction.
- Chairing Cybersecurity SteerCo: Coordinate SMEs across engineering, software, and operations to lead cybersecurity-driven innovation.
- Lab Environment & Tool Assessment: Curate and evaluate next-gen security tools in FPC’s Digital Lab to maintain technology agnosticism.
- Expert-Led Innovation: Drive scalable, commercial offerings by leveraging deep domain expertise.
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3. Auditing, Benchmarking & Technical Governance
- Next-Gen Auditing Standard: Elevate FPC’s OT cybersecurity evaluation methodologies (500+ building audits completed).
- Lighthouse Audits: Drive high-complexity technical audits to validate OT security frameworks and translate findings into portfolio risk narratives.
- Auditing Handover: Establish repeatable, playbook-driven audit frameworks for seamless team knowledge transfer.
- Global Deliverables Oversight: Ensure consistency and alignment with benchmarks across all global OT cybersecurity deliverables.
4. Service Definition, Frameworks & OT SOC Playbook Development
- Standardised Frameworks & Policies: Develop OT cybersecurity frameworks deployed globally in client portfolios and FPC’s internal operations.
- OT SOC & Playbook Design: Lead technical design and threat detection playbooks for BMS/EPMS protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
- Scalable Collaboration: Partner with FPC Engineering & Operations to design rapid-scalable OT security services.
- SLA Alignment: Integrate technical components for enterprise-grade SLAs, aligning with day-to-day operational metrics.
- Service Portfolios: Create global OT cybersecurity offerings (threat hunting, managed detection, secure remote access) to keep FPC’s commercial strategy ahead.
5. Thought Leadership, Market Education & Partner Ecosystem
- Industry Authority: Drive market education and thought leadership, authoring insights, speaking at forums, and hosting exclusive stakeholder exchanges.
- Strategic Partnerships: Evaluate and integrate next-gen cybersecurity partners (e.g., edge connectivity, endpoint protection, IAM) into technology-agnostic solutions.
- Technical Mentorship: Guide juniors and mid-level engineers to build a best-in-class OT Cybersecurity team.
- Continuous Education: Ensure certifications (GICSP, GRID, ISA/IEC 62443 Specialist) are maintained company-wide.
6. Innovation & Culture
- Improve project delivery processes, tools, and knowledge-sharing mechanisms.
- Support lessons-learned initiatives and drive best-practice adoption.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
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7. FPC Corporate Responsibilities
- Represent FPC professionally in client and internal engagements.
- Lead project teams with collaboration and performance mindset.
- Adhere to company policies, governance, and reporting standards.
Requirements
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Education & Certifications: While formal qualifications are valued, industry expertise and high-level cybersecurity certifications (e.g., GICSP, GRID, CISSP, ISA/IEC 62443) are critical.
- Technical Authority: 10+ years in Principal, Technical Lead, or Design Authority roles, specialising in OT Cybersecurity, ICS, or Smart Building Systems (BMS/EMS).
- Sector Expertise: Direct experience in Hyperscale/Colocation Data Centres and Large-Scale Corporate Real Estate security engineering.
- Standards & Protocols: Deep knowledge of IEC 62443, Zero Trust models, BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, KNX.
- Audit Capability: Strong track record in physical/digital OT auditing processes and producing executive and technical reports.
Desirable:
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional designation.
Soft Skills:
- Influence Without Authority: Ability to shape executive decisions through technical credibility and clear communication.
- "Teacher" Mindset: Passion for coaching, mentoring, and simplifying complex risks to enhance team capability.
Personal Attributes:
- Professionalism & Integrity: Highly honest and value-driven.
- Exceptional Communication: Builds strong client and internal relationships.
- Agile Learner: Continually adopts new knowledge and adapts.
- Strategic Systems Thinker: Translates vision into action with precision.
Why Join FPC Global?
You’ll be part of a world-class community where your contribution drives meaningful impact:
- Broad, High-Impact Role: Contribute to global transformation of the built environment.
- Cross-Functional Growth: Collaborate with multiple business units for AXONE exposure.
- Leadership Pipeline: Develop through mentorship, innovation, and leadership.
- Cultural Pillar Values:
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Diversity & Balance
- Career Development:
- Leadership growth, technical deep-dive opportunities
- Expose to cutting-edge technologies
Competitive Benefits:
✅ Flexible & Hybrid Work Models ✅ Private Medical Insurance ✅ Competitive Salary + Discretionary Bonus ✅ Ongoing Professional Development Funding
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