What are the responsibilities and job description for the OT Security Program Manager position at Integrated Resources?
Title : OT Security Program Manager
Location : Houston TX Hybrid
Contract : 2 Year and Possibility of Extension
Must Have :
Accomplished Program / Project Management
Analysis Cost
an Expert practitioner of Communications and change management
Operational Technology (OT) Security Program Development
Nice to Have : Bachelors Degree >
Bachelor of Science >
Bachelor of Science Networking Information Technology
Certified PMP professional
SUMMARY.
Required :
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, networking or a related field.
8 years of experience in technology program or project management especially within large corporate networks and / or OT or industrial control systems environments.
Experience with cybersecurity and networking concepts (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001 ), and tools (e.g., S IEM, firewalls, asset discovery platforms ).
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-site deployment projects .
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred :
Strong understanding of OT network architecture and IEC 62443
Master's degree or certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
Experience in utilities,
- or other industrial sectors.
Familiarity with secure remote access solutions , change management processes , and incident response protocols .
Job Summary :
Client is seeking a skilled Program Manager to oversee and drive the execution of its Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Program. This individual will lead a multidisciplinary (WM personnel, contractors and service integrators in the field) team in managing the planning, implementation, and optimization of cybersecurity controls across WM's OT environments. The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader with expertise in OT network security, governance, and project management.
The Program Manager (PM) will manage programs to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. They will plan and develop methods and procedures for implementing programs, direct and coordinate program activities, and exercise control over personnel responsible for specific functions or phases of the programs. The primary goals of the 3-year program include network segmentation, design, deployment and onboarding of a Secure Remote Access solution and an Operational Technology discovery and monitoring solution. The PM will also be responsible for supporting all change management and communication necessary to succeed avProducts the program goals.
The Program will be staffed by a large consulting firm contracted to fulfill execution and delivery as well as managed services for the long-term administration of the security and network operations for the OT WM environments.
Key Responsibilities :
Program Management
Work alongside consultant PMO to manage WM's execution and delivery of all program goals, activities and tasks.
Design and manage a program execution plan to ensure successful implementation and alignment with defined objectives.
Plan and develop methods and procedures to support effective program execution.
Direct and coordinate program activities and oversee personnel responsible for specific program functions or phases.
Define and implement a program management framework tailored to WM's OT cybersecurity initiatives.
Develop deployment plans for OT security implementations across sites of varying sizes (Large, Medium, Small, Micro).
Support risk based assessments and feasibility analyses to create detailed implementation roadmaps.
Track program progress, financials, manage schedules, and ensure adherence to timelines and deliverables.
Develop and maintain documentation to drive regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders through detailed reporting and communication channels.
Ensure all deliverables meet agreed-upon requirements and facilitate program closeout with comprehensive documentation and lessons learned.
Governance and Policy Development Administration
Ensure the drafting and implementation of OT cybersecurity policies and standards are completed with alignment to industry best practices and business objectives.
Drive the development of change management processes for OT security tools and practices to ensure smooth adoption and integration.
Technical Implementation
Oversee the design and deployment of network segmentation, asset visibility / monitoring solutions, and secure remote access platforms.
Coordinate with WM, consultant and service integrator teams for hardware deployment, firewall configuration, and network optimization.
Oversee the development and manage acceptance testing procedures to validate configurations and integration effectiveness.
Training and Awareness
Coordinate the :
facilitate interactive workshops and hands-on sessions to build competency in using deployed OT security tools.
Operations and Support
Work with contractor PM to transition projects from implementation to a business-as-usual (BAU) support phase, including hypercare and knowledge transfer.
Oversee the collaboration of the new SOC and NOC teams to ensure seamless transition to security management and monitoring of OT assets
Drive the development and updates to operational workflows, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and runbooks.
Documentation and Reporting
Oversee the development of comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, test plans, and operational procedures.
Update policies and procedures biannually or as needed to reflect changes in the OT environment.
Work Environment :
Ability to manage tasks in a hybrid or remote work environment.
Office from WM facilities as required for on-site assessments, deployments, and team coordination.
