PCC (PreCommissioning & Commissioning) System Supervisor – Cybersecurity
Location: Oman
Employment Type: Project / Contract
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced PCC System Supervisor – Cybersecurity to supervise and coordinate cybersecurity related activities during precommissioning and commissioning phases of a large LNG facility. The role focuses on field execution, system readiness, compliance, and safe integration of OT/ICS systems prior to startup and handover to Operations.
This is a site based supervisory role, suited to professionals with hands on experience supporting OT cybersecurity implementation during EPC commissioning projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate cybersecurity activities during precommissioning and commissioning phases
Support system readiness for secure commissioning of:
- DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC, and SCADA systems
- Network infrastructure, servers, workstations, and interfaces
Ensure cybersecurity requirements are implemented in line with:
- Project cybersecurity standards
- OT/ICS security procedures
- Regulatory and company policies
- Coordinate with Automation, Instrumentation, IT/OT, and Commissioning teams to ensure secure system integration
Supervise field implementation of:
- Network segmentation and access control
- User account and privilege configuration
- Antivirus, patching, and system hardening activities
Support cybersecurity testing activities, including:
- Vulnerability checks (as defined by project scope)
- Secure communication and access verification
- Verify Mechanical Completion (MC) and readiness for commissioning from a cybersecurity perspective
- Support punch list identification and closeout related to cybersecurity scope
- Ensure all activities are executed in compliance with HSE, PTW, and SIMOPS requirements
- Report cybersecurity readiness, issues, and risks to the PCC System Lead / Commissioning Manager
Mandatory Requirements (Strict)
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Automation, Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
Experience
- Minimum 8–10 years experience in oil & gas or LNG projects
- Proven experience supporting OT / ICS cybersecurity during precommissioning and commissioning phases
- Site based experience on large EPC projects
- Handson exposure to commissioning of control systems and industrial networks
Candidates without site commissioning exposure in OT cybersecurity environments will not be considered.
Technical Expertise
Practical knowledge of:
- OT / ICS cybersecurity principles
- Industrial networks (firewalls, switches, VLANs)
- Secure commissioning of DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC systems
Familiarity with:
- Network segmentation and access control
- System hardening and patching practices
- Cybersecurity compliance checks during commissioning
- Ability to work from commissioning procedures, system dossiers, and test documentation
Supervisory & Professional Skills
- Strong site coordination and supervision capability
- Good interface management with Automation, Instrumentation, IT/OT, and Operations teams
- Safety driven mindset with PTW and SIMOPS experience
- Clear communication in English
- Comfortable working in high pressure, multicultural site environments
Ideal Background
- EPC contractor commissioning background
- LNG or gas processing facility experience
- OT cybersecurity involvement during commissioning and startup phases
- Middle East project experience (preferred)