Senior Defect Solution Analyst – Cyber SDC, Architecture & Governance

. Provide operational support for issues management and associated defect creation, monitoring, and tracking against the client’s current referenced architecture .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $77,500 - $140,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Operational Technology (OT) governance, architecture oversight, and defect management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards. Proficient in applying cybersecurity frameworks to OT environments and leading cross-functional teams to enhance security and operational efficiency.

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Operational Technology (OT) GovernanceDefect Management and ResolutionCybersecurity Frameworks ApplicationArchitecture Oversight and ComplianceServiceNow and Optro Experience

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Hard Skills

Operational Technology (OT) EnvironmentsDefect Intake and TriageSecurity Architecture DesignRisk Assessment and Impact AnalysisSOP Development and ManagementChange Request WorkflowsCybersecurity ControlsLEAN Process ImprovementsArchitecture Standards DocumentationEmerging OT Technologies Monitoring

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCross-Functional Team CollaborationStakeholder CommunicationLeadership in Programs/ProjectsPrecision in Documentation

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowOptroICS SystemsBuilding Management SystemsVLANs

Certifications & Qualifications

NERC CIPNISCISNIST CSFISO 27001ISA/IEC 62443

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingShopfloorSafety and Quality ConsiderationsProduction ConsiderationsCybersecurity Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational support for issues management and associated defect creation, monitoring, and tracking against the client’s current referenced architecture
Oversee and govern operational technology systems to enhance security and ensure compliance
Support the OT manager and work within a team of experts
Ensure OT architectures align with organizational goals and industry standards
Review and validate OT system designs against enterprise architecture standards
Maintain and evolve governance frameworks, SOPs, and documentation
Support change review boards and architecture decision forums
Lead defect intake, triage, and remediation cycles
Track and report new and existing defects, accepted risks, and remediation progress
Facilitate weekly defect review meetings and follow up with stakeholders
Partner with OT architects, system owners, cybersecurity teams, and DECA to resolve issues
Provide guidance to site teams on governance and defect-related matters
Identify documentation gaps and propose updates
Contribute to standard work and LEAN process improvements
Provide architecture oversight for OT systems, VLANs, and controls
Review and approve OT solution architectural designs and implementations
Establish governance frameworks and best practices for OT architecture and design processes
Assess architectural designs and recommend improvements
Facilitate OT architecture decision-making and stakeholder alignment
Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses for proposed OT changes
Monitor emerging OT trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain OT architecture standards, guidelines, and governance documentation
Assist with operations reporting focused on processes, milestones, and deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience and knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) environments and governance
Experience with end-to-end issues management and exception/defects
Experience with defect intake, exception review, and change request workflows
Ability to build and manage SOPs, trackers, and reporting templates
Strong familiarity, background, and/or understanding of manufacturing, shopfloor, ICS, building management, or other OT environments and associated safety, quality, and production considerations
Experience with security architecture design and assessment of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, AI/ML, and ZTA technologies
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks including NERC CIP, NIS, CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and ISA/IEC 62443
Ability to apply cybersecurity frameworks to OT environments and defect resolution processes
Knowledge of security controls such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and access management
Risk-based mindset including remediation and migration planning and tracking
ServiceNow and Optro usage experience
Ability to analyze and resolve problems
Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
Ability to assess complex OT architectures and defect patterns, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions
Ability to work with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, engineering, and product owners
Precision in tracking defects, remediation or mitigation, documenting architecture standards, and ensuring compliance reporting
Ability to lead calls with Product Owners and client stakeholders and clearly articulate review reasoning and rationale
Ability to work US EST business hours, 8AM–5PM EST

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental coverage
Pension and 401(k) plans
A wide range of paid time off options
Professional growth
Personal fulfillment
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities