Regional Cybersecurity Specialist

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The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure, and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future - for today’s generations and those to come.

At Hitachi Energy, whether you are a pioneer confronting the market, an engineer driving technological innovation, or an enabler enhancing organizational effectiveness - this is where your unique value converges. Your professional expertise will transcend conventional boundaries, making extraordinary contributions to our collective evolution.

How you’ll make an impact

1.Cybersecurity Issue and Risk Management in the Region

You will coordinate regional cybersecurity issue and risk management activities in collaboration with global Cybersecurity function teams. You will drive the lifecycle of cybersecurity issues originating from multiple Cybersecurity function teams, including industrial cybersecurity issues and cybersecurity incident-related issues, ensuring clear ownership, transparency, and timely resolution. You will facilitate collaboration between business stakeholders and global Cybersecurity function teams, monitor remediation progress, remove delivery blockers, and provide regional visibility of cybersecurity issues and risk status.

2.Cybersecurity Project Delivery in the Region

You will plan, coordinate, and support the delivery of cybersecurity projects, programs, and initiatives across the NEA region. You will drive the implementation of global cybersecurity strategies, services, and requirements at regional and local levels, while coordinating internal and external stakeholders, business units, functions, factories, and vendors. You will support project execution, remediation, acceptance, and operationalization to ensure successful delivery, business adoption, and sustainable outcomes.

3.Regional Compliance and Regulatory Authority Engagement

You will support the execution of regional cybersecurity compliance and regulatory requirements. You will engage with regulatory authorities and industry organizations, respond to regulatory supervision activities, and support the implementation of applicable cybersecurity laws, regulations, and standards. You will contribute to maintaining regulatory readiness and ensuring alignment between global cybersecurity requirements and local regulatory expectations.

4.Regional Cybersecurity Liaison and Consulting

You will serve as the primary cybersecurity point of contact for regional business units and functional teams. You will provide cybersecurity consulting, assessments, requirement analysis, and project support services to help stakeholders address security risks and meet compliance obligations.

5.Security Operations Coordination

You will support cybersecurity incident response, vulnerability management, supply chain cybersecurity assessments, ISO 27001 activities, and other cybersecurity operations and risk management initiatives.

6.Cybersecurity Awareness and Communication

You will drive the implementation of regional cybersecurity awareness, training, and communication campaigns to strengthen cybersecurity culture and promote security best practices.

7. Multi-Country Operational Support

You will provide cybersecurity operational support, incident coordination, and stakeholder engagement across Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. You will act as a regional coordinator to ensure effective communication, consistent service delivery, and alignment with regional cybersecurity objectives.

8. Continuous Improvement and Professional Development

You will capture lessons learned from day-to-day operations and contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity services and processes. You will stay current with evolving cybersecurity technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices to enhance professional expertise and organizational capabilities.

Your background

1.Bachelor’s degree or above in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or MLPS-related qualifications are preferred.

2.Minimum of four years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field, with demonstrated experience in cybersecurity compliance and regulatory requirements within China and/or the NEA region.

3.Strong understanding of MLPS 2.0 implementation processes, Chinese cybersecurity laws and regulations, and international standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST. Previous experience engaging with regulatory authorities is highly desirable.

4.Knowledge of cloud security, SIEM, data encryption, endpoint detection and response, Internet of Things, and industrial control systems (ICS/OT). Proven project management and cross-functional coordination experience is preferred.

5.Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese, with strong capabilities in regulatory analysis and cross-cultural collaboration. Able to clearly communicate cybersecurity requirements to non-technical stakeholders.

6.Based in Beijing and willing to travel within the region for approximately 20% of the time. Knowledge of power grid, industrial environments, or Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity is considered an advantage.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year

2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)

3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)

4.Long service awards

5.Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don’t delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Alice Zhao, WeChat: alicezhao2020.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well asHitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.