Site Automation & OT Cybersecurity Cluster Lead | Richmond, VA

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Schedule: Monday–Friday, core business hours

Travel: Quarterly travel to Long Island, New York

Relocation Assistance: Available

Security Clearance: Not required

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

People Management: Formal management experience not required

Position Overview

A leading global food and beverage manufacturer is seeking a Site Automation & OT Cybersecurity Cluster Lead to provide technical and strategic leadership across a cluster of manufacturing facilities.

The role is responsible for reliable, secure and supportable automation systems, digital-transformation roadmaps, industrial control networks, OT cybersecurity, technology lifecycle planning and business continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop site and cluster roadmaps for automation upgrades and digital manufacturing.

• Translate manufacturing priorities into practical technology initiatives.

• Lead connected manufacturing, IoT and Industry 4.0 adoption.

• Provide technical leadership for plant automation and control systems.

• Serve as escalation point for complex automation, controls, infrastructure and security issues.

• Lead OT cybersecurity technology, standards and compliance.

• Assess risks and coordinate vulnerability remediation.

• Promote secure configuration, access control, patching, backup and recovery.

• Oversee industrial control-network infrastructure and segmentation.

• Plan network, control-system and platform lifecycle upgrades.

• Lead automation and digital-manufacturing elements of capital projects.

• Coordinate vendors, integrators, IT, Engineering, Maintenance and Operations.

• Maintain business-continuity and disaster-recovery plans.

• Develop standards, technical documentation and support models.

• Build automation and cybersecurity capability across plant teams.

• Track project benefits, reliability, cost and operational performance.

Required Qualifications

• Significant industrial-automation and controls experience in manufacturing.

• Strong OT cybersecurity and industrial control-network knowledge.

• Experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI, industrial networks and plant systems.

• Understanding of network segmentation, access control, vulnerability management, backup and recovery.

• Experience leading capital projects and technology roadmaps.

• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder-influence skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex plant technology problems.

• Ability to work onsite in Richmond and travel quarterly to Long Island.

• Current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food, beverage or CPG manufacturing experience.

• Industry 4.0, IoT and digital-manufacturing experience.

• Knowledge of recognized OT security frameworks and standards.

• Vendor-management, business-continuity and disaster-recovery experience.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead – Richmond, VA

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead

📍 Location: Richmond, Virginia (On-Site)
🌎 Travel: Quarterly travel to Long Island, NY (or as needed)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Salary: $122,000 – $167,750 + Bonus

Overview

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to drive automation, digital manufacturing transformation, and operational cybersecurity across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This leadership role is responsible for automation systems, Operational Technology Networks (OTN), cybersecurity compliance, capital project execution, digital transformation initiatives, and long-term technology roadmaps. The position supports multiple manufacturing sites and serves as the primary automation and cybersecurity expert for the cluster.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Digital Transformation

• Develop and execute automation and digital manufacturing roadmaps.

• Lead smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Drive automation upgrades, modernization projects, and digital transformation programs.

• Improve site Digital Maturity through increased:

• Computerization

• Connectivity

• Visibility

• Transparency

• Predictive Analytics

• Adaptability

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure

• Own Operational Technology Network (OTN) cybersecurity strategy.

• Ensure compliance with corporate automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity standards.

• Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning for automation systems.

• Manage lifecycle planning and replacement of obsolete automation hardware and software.

Capital Projects & Project Management

• Lead automation-related capital projects from concept through implementation.

• Manage project budgets, timelines, and benefit realization.

• Support integration of new production lines, equipment, and digital technologies.

• Track project savings and ROI throughout project execution.

Operational Leadership

• Serve as escalation point for automation, controls, and cybersecurity issues.

• Collaborate with plant engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT teams.

• Manage automation infrastructure, controls systems, and manufacturing technology platforms.

• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead cross-functional project teams across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Build automation and cybersecurity capability within the organization.

• Partner with regional and global automation leaders on technology strategy and best practices.

• Drive stakeholder engagement focused on process optimization, compliance, and performance improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.

• 10+ years of experience in:

• Industrial Automation

• Controls Engineering

• Manufacturing Systems

• Project Management

• Strong experience with:

• Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

• Operational Technology Networks (OTN)

• Manufacturing Cybersecurity

• Digital Manufacturing Initiatives

Preferred Skills

✔ Industrial Automation
✔ Manufacturing Controls Systems
✔ Operational Technology Networks (OTN)
✔ Cybersecurity for Manufacturing Systems
✔ Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing
✔ Capital Project Management
✔ Digital Transformation
✔ Industrial Networking
✔ Manufacturing Infrastructure
✔ Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
✔ Continuous Improvement

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Automation or Controls Engineering leader with strong experience managing manufacturing technology environments across multiple facilities.

They will bring:

• Deep expertise in automation systems and industrial cybersecurity.

• Strong project management and capital deployment experience.

• Experience leading digital manufacturing transformation initiatives.

• Ability to influence stakeholders across operations, engineering, maintenance, and IT.

• Strong leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing / Food & Beverage

Seniority

Senior-Level

Travel

Quarterly Travel to NY

Location

Richmond, VA (On-Site)

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Eligible

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead automation and cybersecurity strategy across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Drive large-scale Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.

• High visibility role with significant impact on operational performance.

• Strong compensation package with bonus potential.

• Opportunity to influence the future of smart manufacturing within a global organization.

Cyber Security Engineering & Support Manager | Vulnerability Management | Pittsburgh, PA | $120K–$140K + Bonus

Cyber Security Engineering & Support Manager

📍 Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite – no remote options)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time
💵 Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 annually + bonus eligibility
🎯 Experience Level: Mid-Senior (7–10 years)

About the Role

This role leads a dedicated cybersecurity engineering and support team focused on protecting enterprise technologies and infrastructure across IT and manufacturing environments. You’ll oversee the deployment and lifecycle management of enterprise security tools, direct the vulnerability management program, and provide critical cybersecurity risk analytics to support strategic decision-making.

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring secure, scalable solutions across global operations while managing a skilled technical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Security Engineering & Support team, including staff development and budget oversight.

• Deploy, support, and optimize enterprise security technologies across IT, end-user, and cybersecurity environments.

• Own and execute the organization’s vulnerability management strategy, reducing attack surfaces and strengthening resilience.

• Develop and deliver cybersecurity risk dashboards with actionable KPIs and KRIs.

• Oversee operational security functions such as privileged access provisioning and IT compliance support.

• Partner with business units and OT teams (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, HMIs) to align secure solutions with plant-level and enterprise objectives.

• Collaborate across the business to integrate security with enterprise architecture, applications, and eCommerce platforms.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in IT, infrastructure, or cybersecurity.

• Proven experience leading vulnerability management programs.

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise eligible to access controlled technology under ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience leading IT or cybersecurity professionals.

• Experience managing departmental budgets.

• Background in manufacturing or production environments.

• Expertise in systems engineering, application security, and security operations.

• Active security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or Security+.

• Master’s degree in cybersecurity, engineering, or related field.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to guide cross-functional teams.

• Skilled in budget management and process optimization.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing or production IT environments is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 per year

• Bonus Eligible

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, etc.)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development opportunities

👉 This is a strategic cybersecurity leadership opportunity for a professional ready to drive enterprise-wide security programs while directly influencing resilience and risk management.