Operational Technology Cyber Security Specialist - Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.•Nashville, TN

3d•$128,470 - $208,770•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Operational Technology Cybersecurity Specialist – Team Lead Role Definition: This role is team lead and subject matter expert for OT network passive monitoring, OT asset discovery, and OT Threat & Vulnerability Management (TVM). You will lead a team of analysts and own these capabilities end‑to-end, ensuring reliable visibility, accurate data, and actionable vulnerability insights across OT environments. The role blends technical credibility with strong leadership, communication, and influence, partnering closely with operations, network engineering, cybersecurity incident response (CSIRT), and global cybersecurity teams to support Caterpillar’s OT cybersecurity program.

Requirements

Solid understanding of computer networking and network management.
Experience with network monitoring and health tools.
Experience with port and protocol usage.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring, prioritization, and influencing without authority.
Strong problem‑solving skills, sound risk-based judgment, and operations support mindset.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, industrial technology, or another related field.
Solid understanding of OT networking and industrial environments.
Experience with OT security platforms, especially passive monitoring, and asset discovery solutions.
Experience leading or coordinating OT cybersecurity programs or teams.
Knowledge of OT/ICS standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST 800‑82, ISA/IEC 62443, ISO 27001).
Experience presenting vulnerabilities, metrics, or program status to leadership.
Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., GICSP, CISSP, GRID, GPEN).

Responsibilities

Lead day‑to-day operations for OT passive monitoring and OT TVM, including asset discovery, vulnerability intelligence, and security visibility.
Track OT security metrics, vulnerabilities, and trends and communicate clear insights to leadership.
Standardize solutions and deployment patterns across the enterprise to improve consistency, data quality, and audit readiness.
Provide OT context and insights to support CSIRT investigations and incident response.
Manage vendor relationships, escalations, and feature requests to maximize platform value.
Mentor and develop analysts, building both technical capability and operational discipline.
Stay current on OT relevant threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies and assess their impact.