IT Control Systems Engineer Offshore

Lagos, Nigeria

Job Family Group:

Information Technology (IT)

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

April 1, 2026

Business Unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Where you fit in?

As a IT Controls Systems Engineer you will deliver or improve the range of activities necessary to seamlessly integrate and operate one of the world’s largest IT estates. The scope covers service management activities, Hybrid on-premise and Cloud operational landscapes with many integration points; and the integration of the interdependent services of diverse internal and external service providers into end-to-end services which deliver value to Shell.

What is the Role?

This Role will report to the IT Operations Manager working in conjuction with other operations technology security stakeholders to provide services as listed below:

• Ensure the Safe, Secure, and Steady and Reliable production operations on Onshore/Offshore Fields Asset in Nigeria via sustained Process Control Domain (PCD) IT Controls effectiveness and preventing impact to asset integrity.
• Ensure 1st Line Support and request management, SecurePlant and L2/L3 Firewall device management, Central Anti-Virus server & Patch deployment management.
• Co-ordinate Logistics and Scheduling and Maintenance Planning for Control Systems IT Support personnel.
• Supervise and Co-ordinate Core CS-IT activities for SNEPCO PCD activities including: Backup & Disaster recovery, remote access requests and management, end-point protection for hosts, implementation of configuration changes for hosts and network, inventory management
• Carry out deviation management and risk assessment for all facilities within the Nigeria PCD space.
• PCD assurance and assessments – physical security, backup and disaster recovery, remote access, Antivirus and Operating system patches.
• Liaising with Technical Authority for production operations towards ensuring compliance of IT Security within the PCD.
• Drive and Ensure the implementation of Incident Response and Management strategies
• Embed Think Secure practices and raise PCD IT Security awareness of staff working in or interacting with the PCD.

• Ensure the team complies with business controls (e.g. Management of Change, Permit to Work) for applying changes in the PCD IT landscape.
• Ensure that Supportability & Transition is effective for IT- or business-led projects that deliver into the PCD IT landscape.
• Monitor the quality of IT infrastructure services supporting PCD (e.g. WAN, Routers, SecurePlant) and ensure changes to those services do not impact operations without prior notification and approval.
• Advise stakeholders on matters concerning PCD IT Security. Keep proper communication to site staff on imminent threats and on cyber security advisories, highlighting the recommended actions for the teams on-site.
• Manage user access to supported systems (e.g. SecurePlant, Sharepoint Site).
• Coordinate firewall rule reviews with the team members to ensure it is aligned with business requirements and have been risk-assessed appropriately.
• Coordinate, along with the team members, the assurance activities of PCD IT Security controls implemented on-site – supporting both 1st Line of Defence (LoD-1) and 2nd Line of Defence (LoD-2) processes

What we need from you?

• With minimum 3-5 years’ experience in IT business analysis, IT security, IT service delivery and IT infrastructure support. The last three years must be managing operations technology security; Experience in an Oil and Gas industry is preferred.
• Minimum Education or Certification: University degree in Electrical, Electronics, Communications Engineering or Applied Sciences (if further degree in Electronics or Communications Engineering),
• Multiple years of experience in support/administration of IT infrastructure services. Completed Training or Certifications in cybersecurity industry certification such as GICSP or ISC2 CISSP is preferred,
• Certifications in networking, Systems administration and IT service Management such as CCNP (enterprise or security), MCSA, SC100, ITILV4 are other Preferred requirements
• Relevant exposure to Process Automation and Controls Optimization disciplines.
• Good knowledge of Control Systems, IT networks, and IT security
• A strong understanding of IT security standards (DEPs, NIST 800-82, OneITCF)
• Significant understanding of the Upstream business and Joint Venture concept
• Experience with IT and Business Risk Management
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for diverse cultures and levels in Production and IT
• Ability to manage relations with peers and senior managers effectively in various organizations

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WHY JOIN SHELL?

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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