Wilson Lai

DevOps Engineer

Singapore, Singapore10 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Expert in OT/ICS and network security.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives in large-scale projects.
  • Proficient in managing cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity professional specializing in Operational Technology and Infrastructure security.

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Skills

Core Skills

Security EngineeringCybersecurityProject Management

Other Skills

VirtualizationNetwork EngineeringProject EstimationBudget ControlPowerAppsData AnalysisPlant TurnaroundPenetration TestingSystem AdministrationNetwork SecurityProcurementMicrosoft Power BICost EngineeringSAP ERPCisco Networking

About

I am Wilson, a cybersecurity professional specializing in OT/ICS and network security. I was first trained as a mechanical engineer 🛠️ before switching paths to cybersecurity🔒. 💼 Professional Expertise: Proficient in security engineering and network/system administration. Hands-on experience with network implementation, configuration and maintenance. From my previous experiences, I have also developed skills in vendor management and collaboration, as well as project and stakeholder management. I enjoy working collaboratively with diverse teams to achieve positive business outcomes. 🔥 Interests & Passion: I am constantly working on honing my skills through building labs, doing CTF challenges. I also try to stay current with the latest technologies and trends by pursuing professional certifications and attending industry conferences. 🧑‍💼 I help safeguard networks and systems for critical infrastructure.

Experience

Aster

OT Security Engineer

Apr 2025Present · 11 mos · Singapore

  • Responsible for configuring, maintaining, and securing IT/OT infrastructure
  • Procurement and deployment of cybersecurity solutions (antivirus, EDR and logging)
  • Strong knowledge of OT/ICS systems (DCS/PLCs) and communication protocols (OPC, Modbus, Vnet/IP)
  • Design and implement OT cybersecurity policies and procedures
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to strengthen security posture and support compliance efforts with Cybersecurity Code of Practice (CCoP 2.0)
Security EngineeringVirtualization

Shell

3 roles

Operational Technology (OT) Security Engineer

Promoted

Oct 2023Apr 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Design, implement, and troubleshoot OT infrastructure and networks
  • Lead and manage OT security projects to improve the asset's security posture and align with the organization objectives
  • Conduct security audits and technical assurance to ensure compliance with on industry standards and frameworks
  • Perform vulnerability management and remediation activities
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco ISR 29xx routers, Catalyst 3xxx switches, Firepower 2xxx firewalls, ASA firewalls, Fortinet equipment, SAN storage arrays, and virtualization technology
Network EngineeringCybersecurity

Cost & Benchmark Engineer | Digital Focal (Maintenance, Turnarounds and Construction)

Nov 2021Oct 2023 · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Responsibilities:
  • Estimated, tracked and controlled capital expenditure for a portfolio of projects and turnarounds
  • Coordinated all digitalization initiatives across Maintenance, Turnaround & Construction department
  • Highly proficient in SAP for Procurement and Total Cost Management
  • Achievements:
  • Led a team of data analysts as digital lead in a large scale turnaround - the team performed data aggregation to derive actionable and timely reports for key stakeholders, enabling the smooth handover and completion of turnaround ahead of schedule
  • Received Special Recognition Award in 2023 for digitalising a paper-based logistics asset management work process using PowerApps
  • Developed a data pipeline using Power Query to automate the monthly spend report generation for the entire site – shrinking the manual processing steps from 1 week to 2 hours each month
Project EstimationBudget ControlProject Management

Turnaround Planner

Oct 2018Nov 2021 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Responsible for construction management and field supervision - ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while staying within budget and schedule
  • Proficient in vendor management, procurement, and logistics coordination
  • Skilled in planning, scheduling, and cost estimation of maintenance activities
  • Led several successful digitisation initiatives that delivered cost savings for the business
Project ManagementPlant Turnaround

Siemens

2 roles

Remote Diagnostic Engineer

Aug 2017Oct 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos · Singapore

  • Performed data analytics on the Aeroderivative gas turbine fleet to detect failure precursors and avoid costly unplanned outages for our customers
  • Developed a custom desktop app with Electron.js that greatly improved the collaboration and daily analysis workflow of the entire team
  • Selected as a member of the ASEAN Siemens Ambassador Programme - to participate in various events to promote Siemens as the employer of choice

Project Engineer

Oct 2015Aug 2017 · 1 yr 10 mos · Singapore

  • Supported a number of industrial water treatment projects such as Seawater and Produced water treatment for both offshore and onshore applications
  • Stationed at a fabrication yard in Batam, Indonesia as Project Engineer for 8 months to coordinate material and technical management to ensure timely project execution
  • Projects:
  • Total Kaombo FPSO Project - Seawater treatment module
  • ENI Offshore Cape Three Points FPSO Project - Seawater treatment module
  • BP Khazzan Project - Produced water treatment plant

Keppel offshore & marine

Project Management Intern

May 2014Jul 2014 · 2 mos

  • Supervised a small team of workers to support progress report preparation and manage document transactions with the client
  • Analysed and summarised the Pipeline & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) for all the mechanical and piping systems on-board the vessel to ease the planning process for the commissioning
  • Supported procurement decisions through comparative analysis of vendors and quotations
  • Conducted line checks alongside engineers on completed pipeline sections
  • Project: McDermott Derrick Lay Vessel 2000

Singapore power ltd

Engineering Intern

May 2013Jul 2013 · 2 mos

  • Streamlined existing emergency response procedures through a range of measures such as experimenting with an Android app to enhance response time
  • Devised a P&ID template for all major installations within network; engineers found it useful for preparing pipeline commissioning procedures

Education

Nanyang Technological University Singapore

Bachelor's Degree — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2012Jan 2015

University of Waterloo

Exchange program — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2013Jan 2013

Singapore Polytechnic

Diploma — Aeronautical Engineering

Jan 2006Jan 2008

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