Operational Technology Cybersecurity Specialist

Caterpillar•East Peoria, IL

5d•$128,470 - $192,710•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 Role Definition: The OT Cybersecurity Specialist plays a key role in securing Caterpillar’s Operational Technology (OT) environment, including industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA systems, and IoT devices. This role leads initiatives to protect critical infrastructure, collaborating with global manufacturing teams to implement industry-leading security practices. The role combines technical expertise with strong communication and leadership skills to drive Caterpillar’s OT cybersecurity strategy, ensure compliance with standards, and mitigate evolving cyber threats.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Industrial Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and engage diverse stakeholders.
Project management capability with strong problem-solving under pressure.
Experience with factory systems, LAN environments, and ICS/SCADA technologies (PLCs, DCS, HMIs, BMS).
Knowledge of IT/OT protocols and industrial network design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals such as vulnerability assessment, risk analysis, and defense-in-depth.
Familiarity with SANS ICS controls and best practices for securing manufacturing environments.

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in ICS/SCADA system integration and industrial control environments.
Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, GICSP, GRID, GPEN).
Strong analytical skills for prioritizing work and presenting metrics to leadership.
Experience with OT-specific tooling (passive monitoring, vulnerability management, secure remote access).
Knowledge of industry frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF/800-82, ISA 62443).
Hands-on involvement in OT incident response, tabletop exercises, and ServiceNow workflows/reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the definition, prioritization, and execution of Enterprise OT Cybersecurity initiatives.
Conduct OT security design and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Assist in remediation of identified OT security gaps and support implementation of secure-by-design practices.
Monitor OT security metrics, track risks, and prepare reports and insights for leadership.
Stay current on cybersecurity threats, emerging technologies, and trends relevant to OT environments.
Collaborate with global manufacturing and facility teams to integrate security best practices into operations.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand the operational environment and security needs.
Promote and reinforce a “safety-first” culture within OT systems and processes.