OT Security Program Manager

Brooksource Fortune 200 Client

Hybrid: Mon-Thurs onsite

Houston, TX (77002)

Job Summary:

Our Environmental Services client is seeking a skilled Program Manager to oversee and drive the execution of its Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Program. This individual will lead a multidisciplinary team (personnel, contractors, and service integrators) in managing the planning, implementation, and optimization of cybersecurity controls across their OT environments. The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader with expertise in OT network security, governance, and program management.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management:

• Work alongside consultant PMO to manage their execution and delivery of all program goals, activities, and tasks.
• Design and manage a program execution plan to ensure successful implementation of network segmentation, secure remote access solutions, and OT discovery and monitoring solutions.
• Oversee and coordinate program activities, ensuring alignment with specified objectives.
• Exercise control over personnel responsible for specific functions or phases of the programs.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and communicate technical aspects effectively to all stakeholders.
• Interact with third-party vendors and different programs, managing the chaos and unknowns in the project.

Leadership and Coordination:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective collaboration and coordination.
• Support all change management and communication necessary to achieve program goals.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, networking, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in technology program or project management, especially within large corporate networks and/or OT or industrial control systems environments.
• Experience with cybersecurity and networking concepts (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and tools (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, asset discovery platforms).
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-site deployment projects.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred:

• Strong understanding of OT network architecture and IEC 62443.
• Master’s degree or certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Experience in utilities, waste management, or other industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with secure remote access solutions, change management processes, and incident response protocols.

Notes from the Hiring Manager:

1. The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader with expertise in OT network security, governance, and program management.
2. This is NOT a standard Project Manager role; the candidate must be able to run multiple projects and programs in parallel.
3. High level of experience and exposure to OT and IT knowledge, specifically networking IT knowledge.
4. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to speak to all stakeholders from different parts of the organization as the SME.
5. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who likes a challenge, needs little guidance, and will tackle necessary tasks without much instruction.
6. 8-15 years of experience minimum; candidates with less than 8 years will be rejected.
7. Expect a high volume of activity for the first 18 months.