We are looking for an OT security architect to strengthen our architecture capabilities within the Risk, Business Assurance & Security (RBA&S) department. In this role, you will use your influence to drive architectural evolution, balancing decisiveness with flexibility.
Role and responsibilities
Architecture within RBA&S provides the strategic framework for solution delivery. The Target Architecture defines the long-term vision, while Incremental System Architectures outline the steps to reach each milestone.
The role supports a broad range of services—from on-site support to remote work enablement, hardware lifecycle management, and innovation in support processes and tooling. There is a strong link to operational IT and OT support processes, with a focus on continuous innovation and secure, compliant service delivery.
As an OT security architect, you will define and maintain the OT vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with evolving workforce needs, operational demands, and technological advancements. Your role includes defining the next architectural steps that meet the needs of diverse user communities while integrating solutions into a cohesive, long-term roadmap.
You will collaborate with business stakeholders to understand current and future operational needs, translating them into a clear OT vision and blueprint. You will align with stakeholders on architectural decisions and ensure adoption across the organization. Staying on top of OT-related initiatives and fostering strong collaboration with peers and stakeholders is essential—especially in the context of risk mitigation, compliance, and secure operations
Education and experienceTo help us address the complex challenges in the OT landscape, you’ll need:
MSc. in IT, Engineering, or a related field.
Over 5 years of relevant experience in OT or hybrid IT/OT environments.
Proven experience as a System or OT Architect in complex, high-tech environments.
Deep understanding of industrial control systems, edge computing, and secure OT network architectures.
Experience designing and presenting high-level OT architectural designs and long-term roadmaps.
Familiarity with modeling languages (e.g., ArchiMate) and architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, ISA-95, NIST CSF).
To thrive in this role, you’ll need the following skills:
Agile Leadership, System Thinking, and Technical Leadership.
Strong Decision-Making and Stakeholder Management.
Deep understanding of OT security, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
Familiarity with architectural frameworks (TOGAF, ISA-95, Zachman, etc.).
Experience with design and modeling tools.
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate across technical, business, and security communities.
Ability to guide teams while maintaining autonomy and alignment with RBA&S principles.
Relevant certifications such as GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional), ISA/IEC 62443, or equivalent are highly preferred.
Agile or SAFe certification preferred.
Experience with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban; SAFe experience is a plus.
Are you interested in this role? Please apply with your CV and cover letter, detailing your motivation for this position.
A Certificate of Good Conduct “Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag (VOG)” is required for this position.
This position is based in the Netherlands (Veldhoven). The employee will report to the Security 2nd Line manager for OT/ICS and will be part of the Risk & Business Assurance & Security organization.
This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
Inclusion and diversityASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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What We Do
ASML is a high-tech company, headquartered in the Netherlands. We manufacture the complex lithography machines that chipmakers use to produce integrated circuits, or computer chips. Over 30 years, we have grown from a small startup into a multinational company with over 60 locations across Europe, Asia and the US.
Behind ASML’s innovations are engineers who think ahead. The people who work at our company include some of the most creative minds in physics, electrical engineering, mathematics, chemistry, mechatronics, optics, mechanical engineering, computer science and software engineering.
Because ASML spends more than €2 billion per year on R&D, our teams have the freedom, support and resources to experiment, test and push the boundaries of technology. They work in close-knit, multidisciplinary teams, listening to and learning from each other.
