Operational Technology (OT) Architect

OT Architect (Operational Technology Architect)

Contract | £750 per day | Inside IR35

London | 3 Days Onsite per Week

An experienced OT Architect is required for a leading organisation embarking on a large-scale Operational Technology and industrial network transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced OT Architect to play a key role in designing and securing critical operational environments across manufacturing, utilities, transport, energy, or other industrial sectors.

Working closely with engineering, infrastructure, cyber security, and operational teams, you will define and deliver OT architecture strategies, standards, and roadmaps while ensuring alignment with both business and regulatory requirements.

Essential Experience

Proven experience as an OT Architect, ICS Architect, Industrial Network Architect, or similar role.

Strong knowledge of Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and SCADA environments.

Experience designing secure industrial networks and segmented architectures.

Strong understanding of:

SCADA

PLCs

DCS environments

Industrial Ethernet

Network segmentation

Firewalls

Remote access solutions

Zero Trust principles

Knowledge of industrial protocols such as:

Modbus

DNP3

OPC-UA

Profinet

EtherNet/IP

Experience with OT cyber security frameworks and standards including:

IEC 62443

NIST

NIS2

ISO 27001

Experience working within highly regulated environments.Desirable Skills

Cloud connectivity within OT environments (Azure or AWS).

Industrial IoT (IIoT) technologies.

Experience with OT monitoring and threat detection platforms.

Relevant certifications such as:

GICSP

CISSP

TOGAF

ISA/IEC 62443 certifications

Azure Security certifications

IR35 Status: Inside IR35If you are an experienced OT Architect with a strong background in industrial networks, cyber security, and critical infrastructure environments, we'd be keen to hear from you