Principal Cyber Risk Advisor, Cybersecurity M&A

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead GE Vernova’s cybersecurity due diligence and integration/separation for a global M&A portfolio (acquisitions, divestitures/carve-outs, JVs, minority investments) across IT and OT/ICS. Own a NIST-aligned workstream from pre-LOI red-flags through close and 30/60/100-day execution. Quantify and communicate cyber risk to inform valuation, terms, and closing conditions; ensure Day 1 control readiness; standardize reusable playbooks (IAM, network/zero trust, cloud, endpoint, data, logging/monitoring, vulnerability management, third-party risk, incident response, BCP/DR); drive safe OT/ICS integration (incl. NERC CIP where applicable); operate in a matrix with DT M&A/PMO, Legal, Privacy, Finance, Insurance, and BU security; manage external providers; track KPIs and reduce TSA duration.

Requirements

10+ years in cybersecurity with significant M&A diligence and integration/separation leadership.
Experience across IT and OT/ICS security, including segmentation and operational resilience.
Deep knowledge of NIST CSF, SP 800-53/800-171, and 800-82; familiarity with NERC CIP.
Proven ability to quantify risk/remediation and translate into deal economics and SPA/TSA language.
Track record delivering Day 1 readiness and 30/60/100-day execution with TSA exits in global environments.
Hands-on depth in IAM/PAM, network/cloud security, endpoint/EDR, data protection, logging/monitoring, vuln mgmt, third-party risk, IR, and BCP/DR.
Executive communication and matrix leadership; ability to lead external advisors.
Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Nice To Haves

OT-heavy transaction experience (generation, grid, renewables); prior clean-room design/operations.
Risk quantification (e.g., FAIR or equivalent); Lean/Agile/PMO experience with metrics focus.
Experience improving cyber insurance submissions and influencing SPA/TSA controls.
Relevant certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, GICSP, CCSK/CCSP, cloud provider certs.

Responsibilities

Lead pre-sign red-flag and full due diligence for GE Vernova's Deal Processes in DT and OT/ICS targets aligned to NIST CSF, SP 800-53/800-171, and 800-82.
Quantify risk and remediation (capex/opex, timeline) and translate into valuation, PPAs, holdbacks, R&Ws/indemnities, and closing conditions.
Own Day 1 control readiness; build and execute 30/60/100-day plans and drive TSA exit milestones.
Develop and run standard playbooks for IAM/PAM, network segmentation/zero trust, endpoint/EDR, cloud tenancy/landing zones, app security, data discovery/classification/transfer, logging/SIEM, vulnerability management, third-party risk, IR, and BCP/DR.
Design/govern safe OT/ICS integration and segmentation strategies; assess NERC CIP applicability and compliance contours.
Establish clean-room protocols and data handling standards; ensure privacy and cross-border compliance (e.g., DPIAs).
Operate in a matrix with DT M&A/PMO, Business Development, Legal, Privacy, Finance, Insurance, Sourcing, and BU security; lead cross-functional squads.
Manage third-party providers for surge capacity/testing/regulatory advisory; integrate and QA outputs.
Track and report KPIs (flow efficiency, diligence cycle time, Day 1 control coverage, TSA months saved, post-close findings); drive continuous improvement.
Provide executive-ready risk narratives, options/trade-offs, and recommendations under tight timelines.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off