Senior OT Security Engineer

Senior Ot Security Engineer

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet. Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world. Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live. A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work / life effectiveness.

We are seeking a highly skilled OT Security Engineer with extensive experience in operational technology (OT), network security, and project management. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 2 years in each of the aforementioned areas. This role entails the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust security solutions for our manufacturing infrastructure, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our OT systems.

The OT Security Engineer will be an integral member of a dedicated OT Cyber Security team, operating as part of the Global Information Security program. This position requires close collaboration with various Supply Chain and Plant Systems organizations and Global Information Technology teams worldwide.

This position is based out of the Piscataway, NJ location. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What you'll do :

• Serve as a technical liaison between the IT and Operations Technology (OT) organizational units to ensure that production facilities, operations, and systems adhere to cyber security best practices.
• Develop, enhance, and implement comprehensive OT security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard manufacturing environments.
• Support the design and deployment of secure network architectures for OT environments.
• Manage all phases of OT security projects, from planning and budgeting to execution and post-implementation review. This includes coordinating with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the OT Security platforms (for example : Claroty, Dragos, Armis, Nozomi, Palo Alto Networks) utilized in Colgate-Palmolive.
• Provide technical support and solution consulting for the Global Supply Chain organization, enabling their organization to follow security best practices.
• Collaborate with in-house Security Operations Center to enhance threat detection capabilities for manufacturing plants.
• Participate in investigations to determine the root cause of security incidents.
• Provide research, evaluation, testing, planning, and implementation support for platform changes across all global manufacturing sites.

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Compensation and Benefits :

Salary Range $106,400.00 - $150,000.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits : Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation / PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion :

Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer : Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.