Global Head of Operational Technology (w/m/d)
Core
Define and implement global Operational Technology strategy, process automation, and OT-Cybersecurity standards to strengthen production system resilience and enable AI/IIoT integration.
Role type
Senior leadership IC operational technology head
Builds
Global production landscape, OT security architecture, automation systems, and data-driven production processes
Domain
Industrial manufacturing, chemical industry, OT-Cybersecurity
Required skills
OT strategy & governance, team leadership, OT-Cybersecurity architecture, industrial automation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA, MES), risk analysis, global transformation projects
Preferred skills
Siemens technologies, IEC 62443/NIS2 standards, international virtual team collaboration
Technologies
PLC, DCS, SCADA, MES, Siemens technologies
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global OT strategy and governance; Lead Process Automation and Process Information teams; Evolve OT security architecture and ensure regulatory compliance; Standardize global automation systems and industrial communication concepts; Oversee MES and production information systems; Coordinate OT risk assessments and audits
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
