Manufacturing Cybersecurity

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.

 

SOC Analyst – Montvale, NJ | Hybrid Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management

SOC Analyst

📍 Location: Montvale, New Jersey
🏢 Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
🏠 Employees work remotely every Friday + receive 40 additional remote days annually
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Associate / Mid-Level
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred
🔐 Industry: Cybersecurity / Manufacturing / Enterprise IT

💰 Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000

  • Full benefits package

  • Hybrid flexibility

  • Collaborative and supportive IT/security environment

🚀 Overview

A growing enterprise organization is seeking a SOC Analyst to strengthen its cybersecurity operations through security monitoring, alert investigation, and vulnerability management.

This role combines Security Operations Center (SOC) responsibilities with hands-on vulnerability analysis and remediation coordination across enterprise infrastructure and endpoint environments.

The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, proactive, and highly communicative with experience supporting enterprise security operations.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Security Operations

  • Monitor, triage, and investigate alerts from:

    • SIEM platforms

    • Endpoint protection tools

    • Security monitoring systems

  • Distinguish legitimate threats from false positives

  • Document findings and communicate results clearly

  • Assist with alert tuning and optimization efforts

Vulnerability Management

  • Support enterprise vulnerability scanning and assessments

  • Analyze vulnerability findings and prioritize remediation activities

  • Research CVEs and provide:

    • Exploitability analysis

    • Business impact context

    • Remediation guidance

  • Track remediation progress and validate fixes

Collaboration & Communication

  • Partner closely with:

    • Infrastructure teams

    • IT leadership

    • Cybersecurity teams

  • Maintain strong communication and visibility around risks and remediation efforts

  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement

Continuous Improvement

  • Assist with:

    • DLP and information protection controls

    • System hardening initiatives

    • Documentation and runbook development

  • Explore enhanced capabilities within existing security tooling

✅ Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in:

    • Cybersecurity

    • Computer Science

    • Information Technology

    • Related discipline
      OR equivalent practical experience

  • 3–5 years of experience in:

    • Security operations

    • Vulnerability management

    • Endpoint protection analysis

  • Strong understanding of:

    • CVEs

    • Risk prioritization

    • Vulnerability remediation processes

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

⭐ Preferred Skills

  • Experience with:

    • SIEM platforms

    • Enterprise log analysis

    • Endpoint detection & response (EDR) tools

  • Familiarity with:

    • Active Directory

    • Group Policy

    • Security baselines

  • Scripting or reporting experience:

    • PowerShell

    • Python

    • Power BI

  • Security certifications are a plus but not required

🎯 Ideal Candidate

  • Hands-on SOC or cybersecurity analyst with enterprise experience

  • Strong communicator who proactively keeps stakeholders informed

  • Comfortable balancing:

    • Security investigations

    • Vulnerability analysis

    • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Curious, self-driven, and eager to improve security operations

📝 Screening Considerations

  • Do you have experience with:

    • SOC operations

    • Vulnerability management

    • Endpoint security tools?

  • Have you worked with SIEM or enterprise detection platforms?

  • Are you comfortable working in a hybrid environment in Montvale, NJ?

  • Do you have experience coordinating remediation efforts with infrastructure teams?

🌍 Work Environment

  • Hybrid work schedule:

    • 3 onsite days

    • 2 remote days

  • Additional remote flexibility throughout the year

  • Collaborative enterprise IT and cybersecurity team

  • Occasional travel between NY/NJ locations may be required

📈 Why Join

  • Broad exposure across enterprise cybersecurity operations

  • Opportunity to influence security tooling and processes

  • Supportive, highly collaborative IT culture

  • Strong focus on learning, ownership, and continuous improvement

 

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