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Cybersecurity Specialist - OT & IoT Infrastructure Job ID: REF99463G

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  • Provide global cybersecurity consulting, project and incident support for OT, IoT and network systems.
  • Join a global mobility tech leader active in 54 countries.
  • Own OT/IoT security globally, advise global teams and shape standards!

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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Your tasks

As a Cybersecurity Specialist you will be working in the central team with worldwide responsibility for Cybersecurity topics within Continental.

Those will be your future main tasks:

Cybersecurity Consulting

  • generic cybersecurity consulting for other teams, IT functions and business functions
  • collaboration within the global cybersecurity community
  • publishing cybersecurity information to various audiences
  • providing technical expertise on IT cybersecurity technologies to other IT and business teams worldwide        

Project Support

  • cybersecurity consulting (including rule compliance, technical topics, support during provider interviews)
  • review of security checklists
  • security review of solution / product / architecture documentation
  • documentation & solution approval

Service Requests

  • consulting for cybersecurity-related service requests (changes, incidents, work orders)
  • review and approval of cybersecurity-related service requests (changes)

Cybersecurity Rules

  • definition & review of cybersecurity rules
  • definition & review of supporting documents (standards, guidelines, checklists, etc.)
  • consulting towards understanding & implementing rule requirements

Cybersecurity Incident Support

  • cybersecurity guidance/consulting for other IT functions or cybersecurity teams
  • coordination with other IT functions or cybersecurity teams
  • technical analysis

Audit Support

  • support of technical cybersecurity audits, tests and assessments

Trend Evaluation

  • evaluation of current technology and cybersecurity trends

Focus Topics

  • OT security (shopfloor IT)
  • IoT & non-office device security
  • network security
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Your profile

  • Academic degree in information technology or similar qualification through professional education and existing work experience in IT (enterprise environment)
  • Several years of work experience in enterprise IT environments (preferrably including cybersecurity)
  • Experience with working in international project teams
  • Communication Skills to effectively communicate information to various target groups
  • Interest in current technology trends
  • Willingness to travel from time to time
  • Proficiency in English language

Knowledge on:

  • Cybersecurity concepts, architectures, solutions
  • General IT architecture and concepts (computers, network, cloud, storage, etc.)
  • Operating systems (Linux, Windows)
  • Network security
  • OT specific communication protocols (Modbus, Profinet, OPC UA, BACnet, etc.)
  • IoT & non-office devices (sensors, building automation, digital signage, access control systems, etc.)
  • project management (optional)
  • security frameworks/standards (OWASP, NIST, CIS, ISO 27000 family, BSI, etc.)
  • ITSM processes (Incident Management, Change Management, Request fulfillment)
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Our offer

If this sounds like a perfect match for you and if you want to become the next supporter of our core values Trust For One Another, Passion to Win and Freedom to Act, we are looking forward receiving your application.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

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About us

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2025, Continental generated sales of €19.7 billion and employed around 93,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

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Company Benefits

Health Benefits

Continental ensures well-being with ergonomic spaces and perks like yoga, massages, and screenings, supporting health from office to production line.

Mobile Working at Continental

At Continental, we embrace hybrid work, blending home and office.

Benefits for a good Work-Life-Balance

Continental offers flexible working hours with part-time and flextime models, plus childcare options, making it easier to balance work and family life

A Sabbatical with Continental

A sabbatical lets employees take a career break to travel, study, or care for family. Afterward, they can seamlessly return to their role.


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Continental

Tyres are the essential point of contact between a vehicle and the road. We work to ensure that your tyres will always offer excellent braking, maximum safety, and pure driving pleasure. That’s why Continental is one of the leading manufacturers of tyres in Europe. But wait – there’s more! We rank among the top five automotive suppliers worldwide, with divisions specializing in brake systems; instrumentation; systems...