Principal Engineer Automation

With Aibel you have a chance to develop your career through a range of projects in renewables and oil and gas. We call ourselves Engineering Pioneers. Whatever our job is, we approach it with creativity, curiosity and a drive to find new and better solutions. First we imagine the future. Then we build it.

We are looking for a Principal Engineer in OT Cybersecurity to strengthen our department in Asker

About the position

We are looking for a skilled and motivated professional to strengthen our OT cybersecurity capability. In this role, you will work with risk and vulnerability assessments in automation and control system environments, helping shape project strategies, methods and cybersecurity philosophies. You will collaborate closely across disciplines, supporting both project execution and the development of best practices within OT security. You will work in all project phases and in both Offshore wind and O&G projects.

Responsibilities

Your work will include initial and detailed risk assessments, establishing project‑specific cybersecurity strategies and defining methods aligned with standards, company requirements and legislation. You will assess threats, vulnerabilities and network design considerations, and contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in the cybersecurity discipline. 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree. 

• 12+ years’ experience with industrial automation control systems on the NCS. 

• 8+ years’ experience with IEC 62443‑based risk assessment methodology. 

• Experience with cybersecurity philosophies, strategies and the MITRE attack framework for OT.

• Solid knowledge of NORSOK and IEC standards. 

• Strong English communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in multicultural teams. 

• Proactive and structured, with a drive for improvement and knowledge sharing.

Personal Qualities

You are collaborative, systematic and quality‑oriented, with the ability to contribute constructively in a diverse project environment. Your proactive mindset, clear communication and inclusive approach help strengthen both project deliveries and the cybersecurity team.

Become our colleague Aibel offers many career opportunities. With us, you can work across disciplines, build competence and develop your own potential. This contributes to a vibrant and engaging work environment. We also offer flexible working hours, and our welfare clubs have a wide range of activities and training opportunities for all our employees. Our overall strategy is to strengthen and grow the company's strong position within various energy segments, including offshore wind, oil and gas and hydrogen. At the same time, we always pursue new opportunities. Aibel sees social responsibility as a fundamental prerequisite, and sustainable development is therefore a natural part of our guidelines, work procedures and decision-making processes. We value diversity and work targeted to secure inclusion of all employees.

Work Place: Asker

Application deadline: 28.02.2026

We use Semac AS to perform background checks on all final candidates. Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. Candidates may be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.