Lead Engineer – Operational Technology Network Security

Cencora

. Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve security controls across operational technology networks, distribution centers, industrial control systems, building automation systems, IoT devices, and connected operational platforms .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Operational Technology (OT) network security, including the design and implementation of security controls, incident response, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in cybersecurity frameworks, network architecture, and providing technical guidance across cross-functional teams.

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Operational Technology Network SecurityCybersecurity FrameworksIncident ResponseNetwork ArchitectureIdentity and Access Management

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Hard Skills

Network ArchitectureOT Network SegmentationThreat ModelingVulnerability ManagementScripting LanguagesIndustrial ProtocolsSecurity GovernanceData SecurityCloud SecurityCyber Risk Management

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceCoaching and MentorshipCommunication SkillsCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SIEMEDRFirewallsVPNIDS/IPSMicrosoft Office SuiteOT Security Monitoring PlatformsTicketing ToolsCollaboration ToolsCloud-Connected Security Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

GICSPCISMCISSPCompTIA Security+Cisco CCNA

Industry Keywords

Purdue Model ArchitectureISA/IEC 62443NIST SP 800-82ISO 27001PCISOXZero TrustDefense-in-DepthBusiness ContinuityDisaster Recovery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityFirewallsIoTJavaScriptPythonSQLSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve security controls across operational technology networks, distribution centers, industrial control systems, building automation systems, IoT devices, and connected operational platforms
Develop and implement OT security policies, procedures, standards, and reference architectures
Oversee service-level agreements and control performance expectations for OT network security services and monitoring
Partner with business, IT, engineering, facilities, and operations leaders to communicate risks and provide technical guidance
Coordinate with network engineers, infrastructure teams, systems administrators, and site operations teams to ensure systems conform to enterprise security standards
Review technical and functional designs and provide security architecture guidance for OT networks, segmentation, remote access, identity and access management, secure connectivity, and IT/OT data flows
Build, maintain, and implement cybersecurity, network security, data security, and cloud-integrated security solutions
Serve as a subject matter expert for OT network security, Purdue Model architecture, segmentation, secure remote access, firewall policy, industrial protocols, asset visibility, and legacy-system controls
Monitor and communicate emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, and adversary techniques
Provide technical support, maintain infrastructure, improve system performance, and automate security administration
Respond to OT and network security alerts, escalate critical incidents, and participate in incident response and tabletop exercises
Analyze security metrics, control data, and KPIs for executive and technical leadership
Provide security briefings and technical recommendations on operational, resilience, and compliance risks
Consult on security impacts of proposed technology, configuration, process, and architecture changes
Embed security requirements into technology lifecycle activities
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to Engineers I/II/III and other team members
Support OT security, network security, cyber risk, information security, audit, assessment, and compliance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related discipline or equivalent related experience
6+ years of directly-related or relevant experience, preferably in information security
Knowledge of operational technology and industrial network security
Knowledge of network architecture, routing, switching, firewalling, VPN, IDS/IPS, proxies, and secure remote access
Knowledge of OT network segmentation, Purdue Model architecture, zones and conduits, zero trust, and defense-in-depth
Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI, and SOX where applicable
Knowledge of industrial protocols and environments such as Modbus, BACnet, OPC, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, and building automation systems
Knowledge of threat modeling, root cause analysis, vulnerability management, patch risk assessment, compensating controls, and exception management
Knowledge of identity and access management for privileged and remote access in OT environments
Knowledge of incident response, cyber operations, threat hunting, monitoring, and logging for hybrid IT/OT environments
Knowledge of cloud-connected OT and IoT/IIoT security considerations
Knowledge of security governance, compliance assessments, risk acceptance processes, and third-party risk reviews
Knowledge of business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience considerations for operational environments
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Knowledge of security tools including SIEM, EDR, Email Security Gateway, SOAR, firewalls, anti-virus, VPN, IDS/IPS, and proxies
Knowledge of OT and industrial security monitoring platforms such as Armis, Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos, Microsoft Defender for IoT, or equivalent technologies
Knowledge of firewall and network platforms such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point, or equivalent technologies
Knowledge of ticketing, workflow, documentation, and collaboration tools
Knowledge of scripting or query languages such as Python, PowerShell, SQL, KQL, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, or equivalent tools
Preferred certifications include GICSP, GRID, ISA/IEC 62443, CISM, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision care
Backup dependent care
Adoption assistance
Infertility coverage
Family building support
Behavioral health solutions
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Training programs
Professional development resources
Mentorship programs
Employee resource groups
Volunteer activities