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Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Engineering (NICE)

Responsible for working within the engineering department to design and create systems, processes, and procedures that maintain the safety, reliability, controllability, and security of industrial systems in the face of intentional and incidental cyber-related events. Interfaces with Chief Information Security Officer, plant managers, and industrial cybersecurity technicians.

Operational Technology Cybersecurity Engineers develop specialized cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems. They apply OT protocols, Purdue Model architectures, and threat modeling to ensure resilient and safe operations.

What You'll Do

Cybersecurity Systems Compliance

Design, integrate, and ensure compliance of cybersecurity measures within Operational Technology systems to safeguard industrial processes.

Risk Incident Management

Conduct thorough risk assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and swiftly respond to incidents to maintain operational resilience.

Secure OT Communication

Architect secure OT networks, manage critical assets, and clearly communicate cybersecurity strategies to diverse stakeholders.

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NICE Framework: Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Engineering | SANS Institute