Operational Technology Cybersecurity Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer) (Information Technology)
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Your Role: Manufacturing Engineer Advisor
Reporting to the OT Director, Elanco Central Engineering; the OT Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for providing cybersecurity services for operational technology (OT) within Elanco global manufacturing environments. You will interface with Elanco Information Security and other IT functions while working closely with process automation and engineering teams at all manufacturing sites globally to improve the security and reliability of OT systems and networks. This is a critical role for Elanco, shaping the future of the company for compliant and secure OT systems. The position offers an excellent opportunity for you to demonstrate and develop your OT cybersecurity capability in a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
Your Responsibilities:
The OT Cybersecurity Engineer is accountable for the development, planning and execution of the OT Cybersecurity Program. This includes technical influence and program ownership responsibilities.
Leadership and coaching of multidisciplinary teams at sites globally
Working with the Elanco Information Security, other IT teams, and local OT resources globally to develop and evolve the OT cybersecurity strategy
Write, review, and maintain standards, procedures, training plans, and best practices governing the cybersecurity requirements for the OT environment
Develop cybersecurity technology implementation strategies for OT environments with clear understanding of differences between IT and OT environments (e.g. 24x7 production model, safety and environmental risk, patching and AV processes, etc.)
Establish metrics and key performance indicators to monitor overall health and effectiveness of the OT cybersecurity program
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor or Higher in Engineering, Technology, or Computer Science.
Experience: Prior working experience with ICS systems (Rockwell, Siemens, or Emerson preferred) in a manufacturing environment.
2 Top Skills: Strong technical depth, curiosity and decision making and communication and influence to gain support and confidence in a technical agenda.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Preferred 10 plus years of experience. Prior working experience in a regulated industry, for example FDA, EMA (EU GMP), Animal Health, Pharmaceutical, Critical Infrastructure, or Biotech manufacturing environment.
Previous exposure to OT/IT cybersecurity practices and tools.
Organizational influence and collaboration.
Additional Information:
This position serves an 8-hour Monday through Friday flexible work schedule.
Situations may arise where off-schedule work, both on-site and off-site may be required.
Domestic and international travel required on a periodic basis to visit manufacturing sites and suppliers.
Location: Teleworker/ Remote
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Multiple relocation packages
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Flexible work arrangements
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $115,000.00 to $150,000.00 depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
