Cybersecurity Research & Consulting

Hi, I'm Pavithran Ganesan.

Technical Expert in OT cybersecurity with 12+ years across industrial automation and cybersecurity. I help organizations strengthen resilience through research, consulting, and hands-on training.

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12+

Years in OT & Cybersecurity

About

With over twelve years in industrial automation and cybersecurity, I’ve contributed to global projects addressing the unique challenges of securing complex systems. I’m driven by a commitment to advancing OT security and support organizations through research, consulting, and tailored strategies.

Current Role

Technical Expert - Cybersecurity Research & Consulting @ Siemens

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience

Technical Expert - Cybersecurity Research & Consulting

Siemens · Oct 2024 - Present

Bengaluru, India
  • Lead OT cybersecurity research and consulting for global projects.
  • Drive VAPT engagements, IEC 62443 risk assessments, and site audits.
  • Design and deliver OT security training content.

Lead Engineer - Cybersecurity Research & Consulting

Siemens · Jun 2023 - Nov 2024

Bengaluru, India
  • Delivered cybersecurity consulting and compliance assessments for OT environments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align security strategies with operational needs.

Technical Support Specialist

ABB · Jul 2020 - Jun 2023

Bengaluru, India
  • SME for cybersecurity in solution engineering and tender management.
  • Designed IEC 62443 aligned system architectures for global clients.
  • Supported sales and execution teams with proposals and risk reviews.

Technical Support Specialist & Project Manager

Siemens · Jun 2018 - Jun 2020

Bengaluru, India
  • Built secure automation and cybersecurity proposals for water and pharma industries.
  • Managed project scope, stakeholder communication, and risk management.
  • Delivered cybersecurity guidance during customer technical clarifications.

Instrumentation & Control Engineer

VA Tech Wabag Ltd. · Jun 2012 - May 2018

Chennai, India
  • Commissioned large-scale desalination and wastewater management projects.
  • Led control & instrumentation proposal engineering for major plants.

Skills & Certifications

Top Skills

Cybersecurity Ethical Hacking Vulnerability Assessment IEC 62443 OT Security

Certifications

Claroty Implementation Engineer badge Issued Oct 2024 · Expires Oct 2026
GIAC GICSP badge Issued Jul 2024 · Expires Jun 2028
Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer Associate badge Issued Mar 2024
Purple Range Training badge Issued Mar 2024
ISA IEC 62443 Risk Assessment Specialist badge Issued Sep 2023
ISA IEC 62443 Fundamentals Specialist badge Issued Aug 2023 · Expires Aug 2026
Certified Ethical Hacker badge Issued May 2023 · Expires May 2026
Forescout Sales Accreditation badge Issued Dec 2022
CCNA badge Issued Oct 2022
Fortinet Network Security Associate Level 3 badge Issued Jul 2022 · Expired Jul 2024
Nozomi Networks Certified Technical Sales Professional badge Issued Jun 2022 · Expired Jun 2023
Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 DCS badge Issued Jan 2019
Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 STEP7 V14 badge Issued Aug 2018

Featured Project

Virtual Substation (IEC 61850 GOOSE)

Open-source educational project for OT security research.

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  • Simulates GOOSE messaging between Protection IED and Breaker IED with libIEC61850.
  • Includes Python GUI, configurable fault logic, and live analog measurements.
  • Designed for students, researchers, and OT security teams to experiment safely.

Writing on Medium

Jul 12, 2025

Beyond the Buzzwords: What Really Happens When OT Security Fails

Exploring the real-world consequences of OT security failures in critical systems.

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Apr 19, 2025

Beginner’s Guide to OT Network Scanning with Nmap

A practical introduction to safe OT network scanning techniques.

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Feb 12, 2025

🔐 Building a Secure File Server for OT Labs

Steps to build a secure file server for OT environments and lab setups.

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Contact

Open to cybersecurity consulting, training, and research collaborations.

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