Lead SCADA, Cybersecurity Engineer

GE Vernova

Lead SCADA and cybersecurity engineer designing compliant electric-substation systems for GE Vernova. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams, vendors, testing, estimates, and project risk for decarbonized energy infrastructure.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$110,000 - CA$160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SCADA and cybersecurity system design for electric substations, ensuring compliance with NERC CIP and IEC standards. Capable of leading project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while managing costs and schedules effectively.

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SCADA System DesignCybersecurity System DesignNERC CIP ComplianceIEC 62443 KnowledgeProject Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeCybersecurity Systems DesignSCADA Network ArchitectureDistributed Network DesignFactory Acceptance TestingSite Acceptance TestingEngineering EstimatesTelecommunications StandardsIEC 61850 FamiliarityProtocol Knowledge (DNP3, OPC)

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingCoordination

Tools & Technologies

VPNsFirewallsRoutersNIDSMPLSMultiplexersWANLTE4G

Certifications & Qualifications

PE LicenseP.Eng. Licensure

Industry Keywords

NERC CIPIEC 62443IEC 61850DNPHV SubstationsEHV SubstationsRenewable EnergyIndustrial SystemsBackground InvestigationExport-Control Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and lead technical aspects of electric substation SCADA and cybersecurity system design deliverables
Ensure design compliance with NERC CIP, IEC 62443, IEC 61850, DNP, applicable codes, and industry best practices
Provide functional design specifications for complex SCADA and cybersecurity systems across multiple sites
Lead project design teams to deliver high-quality products on time and under budget
Review and coordinate vendor and manufacturer detailed designs
Coordinate SCADA and cybersecurity design with protection and control, primary design, site management, commissioning, and field personnel
Develop Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing procedures and participate in FAT and SAT
Prepare engineering estimates for SCADA systems
Estimate equipment quantities and costs for proposals
Communicate with the Project Engineering Manager regarding material cost, schedule, engineering budget, safety, and quality impacts
Report project opportunities and risks to the Project Engineering Manager and Project Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an associated discipline from an accredited university
7 years’ experience in Engineering
Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience designing cybersecurity systems for utility, renewable, and/or industrial HV and EHV substations
Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time, including internationally
Compliance with company travel and tax policies
Knowledge of NERC-CIP standards and guidelines, IEC 62443, or NIST
Knowledge of SCADA network architecture, including HMIs, gateways, RTUs, and protocols such as OPC and DNP3
Experience building scalable and highly available distributed networks
Familiarity with IEC 61850-based digital substations, including PRP, HSR, and RSTP
Familiarity with cybersecurity equipment including VPNs, firewalls, routers, and NIDS
Familiarity with telecommunications equipment and standards including MPLS, multiplexers, WAN, LTE, and 4G
PE or P.Eng. licensure, or willingness to serve as engineer of record or obtain certification within two years
Legal authorization to work in Canada or the United States
Compliance with applicable U.S. export-control requirements
Successful completion of a background investigation
For U.S.-based employment, successful completion of a drug screen as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

10% bonus eligibility for Canadian-based candidates
Discretionary annual bonus for U.S.-based candidates
Professional development opportunities
Competitive compensation
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
No relocation assistance