Lead Cyber Architect Operations Technology

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Date: Dec 17, 2024

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

 

 

Job Summary

Provide thought leadership and approach on Operational Technology Cybersecurity Strategy with capabilities and framework while reducing Cyber risk. Provide OT expertise and work through OT security strategy on policies and governance. Design and implement the security controls and strategy and roadmap for the Operational Technology cybersecurity landscape.

Essential Functions

  • Lead architecture assessments of OT cybersecurity, risk management and compliance activities
  • Build detailed plans for implementing complex controls and processes in both IT and OT (Gas & Electric) systems
  • Oversee necessary security controls design and governance strategy
  • Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats and design architecture elements to mitigate these threats
  • Create and update policies and procedures, incident response and guidance/thought leadership to cyber, OT and IT teams while staying current with cybersecurity trends and compliance requirements
  • Design security architecture elements to mitigate threats as they emerge
  • Creating detailed implementation plans, processes, and procedures to document network architecture, implementation of solutions and best approach for future state operations
  • Provides leadership, technology guidance, collaboration and mentoring of key stakeholders and teams; develops and motivates to create a positive culture and working environment

Education Description

Bachelor degree required in Computer Science or related field.  Equivalent work-related experience or combination of education and work-related experience may be substituted for degree.

Experience

  • 7+ years of relevant experience
  • Hands on experience in cyber security concepts, security architecture, tools, process and standards/framework
  • Previous experience of security architecture for OT/ICS environments
  • Should be able to provide and design network architecture and “to be” states
  • Good understanding of cybersecurity risk management and their impacts on business operations as well as the associated technologies to help address risk and improve security posture
  • Experience working with NERC, TSA and other entity documentation requirements and updates
  • Ability to work with stakeholders ranging from C-level executives to business and technical teams
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing security standards, regulations and needed security requirements
  • Demonstrated work experience with creating security objectives, operational objectives and risk reduction with an overall design process

Physical Requirements

    Working Conditions

       

      We want you to know
      Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 

      Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
      CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

      At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
       

      What we bring to you

      • Competitive pay
      • Paid training
      • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
      • Transit subsidies
      • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
      • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
      • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
      • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

       

      Job Type: Full Time 
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