Senior Cybersecurity Specialist (Contract)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Location : St. Paul, MN (100% Onsite)

Rate : $58 - $60 / hr

Contract Duration : 1 Year (with possible extensions)

Contract Type : W2 (Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorships or subcontracting)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to manage our client's global Manufacturing Cybersecurity Program and Manufacturing / Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity initiatives. This role is responsible for leading the implementation and support of security capabilities and technologies across our manufacturing sites worldwide, as well as continuously updating and enhancing our cybersecurity strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Program Development :

Develop a risk-based cybersecurity program that meets regulatory requirements and aligns with industry-leading information security practices.

• Advance the cyber threat and vulnerability management program to ensure consistent identification, analysis, response, and monitoring of security threats, events, and vulnerabilities.

Security Technology Implementation :

Lead the implementation and support of security capabilities for manufacturing sites globally.

Threat and Risk Management :

Perform threat identification and mitigation activities using advanced security controls and tools.

Collaboration and Communication :

Independently interface with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and third-party vendors.

Project and Budget Management :

Manage cybersecurity projects to ensure timely, on-budget, and effective implementation of improvements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent certifications.

Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience, with 7+ years preferred.

Strong data analysis and asset management skills.

CCNA or CISSP (or similar).

Knowledge of national and international regulatory compliances and frameworks such as ISO, SOX, BASEL II, EU DPD, HIPAA, and PCI DSS