Automation and Cybersecurity Engineer- Dubai, UAE

Substation Automation & Cybersecurity Engineer- Abu Dhabi, UAE Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio; hence Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution and Digital Building Infrastructure technologies. Our Digital Portfolio will enable our customers to enjoy occupant’s intuitive buildings which are comfortable, safe, secure and energy efficient.

Smart infrastructure from Siemens intelligently connects energy systems, buildings, and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work. We work together with customers and partners to build an ecosystem that intuitively responds to the needs of people and helps customers to better use resources. It helps our customers to thrive, communities to progress and support Specialist Engineers sustainable development.

Join our Electrification and Automation Business Unit as the Substation Automation & Cybersecurity Engineer and help us re-imagine the world by finding solutions and making the world a smarter place for tomorrow.

Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Substation Automation & Cybersecurity Engineer, responsible for designing, engineering, configuring and testing automation systems with a strong focus on cybersecurity. The role involves working extensively with Siemens automation platforms such as SICAM SCC, SICAM PAS, SICAM Device Manager (A8000 RTUs) and DIGSI 5 (SIP5) as well as integrating them into secure and high‑availability substation networks.

Key Responsibilities Substation Automation Systems & Utility Protocols Siemens Systems & Tools

• Develop and standardize substation HMI/SCADA using Siemens WinCC/ SCC.
• Engineer and integrate substation automation using SICAM PAS.
• Configure SICAM A8000 (SICAM Device Manager).
• Configure Bay Control Units using DIGSI 5 (SIPROTEC 5 series).
• Handle GOOSE engineering/configuration using DIGSI5.
• Perform automation system FAT and Support site troubleshooting.

IEC 61850 Engineering

• Create and manage IEC 61850 system configuration (SCL, ICD, CID, SCD files).
• Engineer GOOSE messaging, and MMS reporting.
• Validate interoperability among multi‑vendor IEDs.

SCADA & Protocol Integration

• Configure and troubleshoot substation communication protocols:
• IEC 61850
• IEC 60870‑5‑104
• Modbus TCP/RTU
• SNMP for network monitoring

Network Engineering

• Routing & Switching: Design, configure, and troubleshooting L2/L3 networks for substations.
• Design and Implement network redundancy using RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol), PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol), and HSR (High‑availability Seamless Redundancy).
• Manage VLANs, routing, switching, link aggregation, and network segmentation.
• Monitor network performance and ensure cybersecurity best practices.
• Conduct network testing, packet analysis, and root‑cause troubleshooting.

Cybersecurity for Substations

• Implement cybersecurity requirements for OT networks (IEC 62443, or utility standards).
• Configure VLANs, access lists, firewalls, NIDS, Anti-malware solution, secure remote access, and RBAC.
• Patch management, hardening of IEDs and servers.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and assist in compliance reporting.

Documentation & Coordination

• Develop engineering documents: network diagrams, signal lists, Functional description, SCL files, IP plans, and test reports.
• Provide technical support during project execution and maintenance phases.
• Contribute to system upgrades, acceptance tests, and cybersecurity assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Communication, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 3–8 years of experience in substation automation or industrial communication networks.
• Strong understanding of IEC standards: IEC 61850, IEC 104, IEC 62443, etc.
• Hands‑on experience with Siemens tools: WinCC, SICAM PAS, SICAM SCC, A8000, DIGS