IT/OT Cybersecurity Advisor

What You Can Expect

As the IT/OT Cybersecurity Advisor in Houston, Texas, for ENGIE North America (ENA), you will be responsible for managing third-party risks, overseeing crisis management and IT Disaster Recovery Plan (ITDRP) exercises, and leading overall project management of IT and OT cybersecurity projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, knowledge of OT/ICS and industrial environments, and excellent project management skills.

Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of ENA, your duties will include:

• Assess and manage cybersecurity risks associated with third-party vendors and partners
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to ensure third-party contracts include appropriate security requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact during cybersecurity incidents
• Lead the response to cybersecurity incidents and crises
• Develop and maintain incident response plans, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, conduct post-incident reviews, and implement lessons learned to improve future responses
• Plan, execute, and evaluate IT/OT Disaster Recovery Plan exercises to ensure the organization's preparedness for potential disruptions
• Coordinate with internal business units to ensure alignment and readiness
• Prepare and present reports on IT/OT cybersecurity activities, risks, and incidents to CISO and executive leaders
• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives
• Provide recommendations for improving the organization's cybersecurity posture
• Attend conferences to asses new market technologies, regulations, and threat actor capabilities

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field; candidates with an Associate degree and eight (8) years of relevant cybersecurity experience, or a minimum High School Diploma / GED equivalent and ten (10) years of relevant cybersecurity experience, will also be considered
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on third-party risk management, crisis management, and project management
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies, including network security, encryption, and firewalls
• Familiarity with various cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
• Ability to manage and secure IT systems, including servers, databases, and cloud environments
• Skills in managing cybersecurity projects and programs, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Proficiency in analyzing data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential security threats
• Capability to model and predict potential threats to the organization
• Skills in conducting scenario analysis to prepare for various types of cyber incidents
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey risk assessments and mitigation strategies to stakeholders
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy; consisting of three (3) days in-office and two (2) days remote
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 10% of the time
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $113,900 – $174,570 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.