Job ID: JOB_ID_7518
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced IT/OT Cybersecurity Project Manager to oversee cybersecurity initiatives within critical utility operational technology (OT) environments. This role is crucial for protecting the reliability and safety of grid operations and field infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both IT and OT systems, particularly those used in the utility sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate cybersecurity initiatives across critical utility operational systems including SCADA, Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Outage Management Systems (OMS), and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
- Work closely with Distribution Engineering, Substation Engineering, and Control Center teams to ensure cybersecurity controls are implemented without impacting grid reliability or operational safety.
- Lead coordination of cybersecurity activities for field operational assets including substations, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), and distribution automation equipment.
- Facilitate risk assessments and security reviews for OT environments supporting electric distribution operations, ensuring alignment with grid reliability and operational continuity requirements.
- Coordinate vulnerability assessment and remediation activities for OT systems, including patch management planning that aligns with operational maintenance windows and grid reliability constraints.
- Support development and implementation of secure network segmentation strategies between IT and OT environments (e.g., control center networks, substations, field devices).
- Coordinate implementation of secure remote access solutions used by engineers, vendors, and field technicians to access OT systems and substation assets.
- Assist in developing cybersecurity incident response playbooks specific to OT environments, including procedures for cyber incidents affecting grid operations or control systems.
- Coordinate tabletop exercises and operational drills involving OT cyber incident scenarios impacting grid operations, substations, or field automation systems.
- Track cybersecurity risks associated with legacy OT systems and coordinate modernization initiatives to improve security posture without disrupting operational continuity.
Key Systems and Technologies:
- Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)
- Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- SCADA
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
- Distribution Automation
- Substation Automation
- Outage Management Systems (OMS)
- Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
- Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs)
Keywords:
Information Technology, Texas, Cybersecurity, Project Management, IT/OT, Utility, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, OMS, AMI, Onsite
Special Requirements
Onsite in Houston, TX. Long Term contract. Requires genuine experience and genuine LinkedIn. Client interviews are implied.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $130,000 – $170,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Houston, TX
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Email: shna@readpointe.com
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