En nous appuyant sur un solide héritage de près de 150 ans, nous ouvrons la voie pour réimaginer et améliorer la vie au quotidien. Aujourd'hui et pour les générations à venir. Grâce à des marques et des technologies innovantes et durables, et grâce à nos équipes dans le monde entier. Henkel détient des positions de leader dans les activités industrielles et grand public : Notre portefeuille comprend des produits de soins capillaires, des cosmétiques, des lessives, des adoucissant ainsi que des adhésifs, des produits d'étanchéité et des revêtements fonctionnels renommés.
OT security supervisor
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About this Position
The OT Security & Digitalization Specialist is responsible for supporting and enhancing the security, reliability, and digital transformation of Operational Technology (OT) systems across Henkel’s manufacturing sites in Japan. Acting as the local Single Point of Contact (SPoC) for OT security initiatives, the role ensures the implementation of OT cybersecurity standards, supports industrial automation and digitalization projects, and collaborates closely with Global OT Security, IT, Engineering, and Operations teams. The position is expected to provide cross-site support, reduce cybersecurity risks, strengthen compliance, and enable secure and efficient manufacturing operations through the deployment and continuous improvement of OT systems and digital solutions.
What you´ll do
- Act as the primary OT Security and Digitalization contact for manufacturing sites across Japan, partnering with site teams, engineering, IT, and global stakeholders to support secure and reliable operations.
- Lead OT cybersecurity initiatives including compliance activities, risk assessments, vulnerability management, security improvements, and incident response support to strengthen the security posture of manufacturing systems.
- Support and enhance operational technology environments, including PLC, DCS, SCADA, industrial networks, and manufacturing automation systems, ensuring high system availability and performance.
- Drive manufacturing digitalization projects by implementing and optimizing technologies such as MES, IIoT, Process Historian, Analytics, and Industry 4.0 solutions to improve operational efficiency and data-driven decision making.
- Lead and coordinate OT-related projects across multiple manufacturing sites, working closely with internal stakeholders, system integrators, and external vendors to ensure successful delivery and adoption.
- Build strong relationships with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and business leaders, providing technical expertise and influencing decisions that support operational and digital transformation goals.
- Conduct regular site visits to provide hands-on support, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure effective implementation of OT security and digitalization initiatives.
- Develop and deliver OT Security awareness programs, technical training, and knowledge-sharing activities to strengthen capabilities across manufacturing teams.
What makes you a good fit
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Digital, Industrial, Chemical, related field of engineering.
- 5+ years in Industrial Automation, OT Systems, Manufacturing Digitalization, or OT Cybersecurity.
- Training or certification in OT Cybersecurity and Industrial Automation
- Knowledgable in PLC / DCS, Industrial Network Technologies, MES, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 Solutions
- Good Japanese (Native/Business Level) and English (Business Level) communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience in OT Security or Industrial Cybersecurity
- Experience implementing cybersecurity standards, compliance programs, or security improvement initiatives
- Knowledge of MES, IIoT, Process Historian, Analytics platforms, and Industry 4.0 solutions
- Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry
- Exposure to regional or global project environments
- OT Security certifications or relevant cybersecurity training
- Experience working with multinational organizations, industrial automation vendors, or system integrators
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Retirement Pension Plan (Corporate DC and CB composition)
- Sick Leave
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Supplementary Workers' Accident Insurance
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26099621
Job Locations: Japan, Kanagawa-Ken, Yokohama
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.jp@henkel.com
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