Senior Principal Cybersecurity Specialist - OT Security

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeThe preferred working location for this role is the Medtronic facility located in Mounds View, Minnesota; however, the individual may also work remotely within the US or onsite at another US-based Medtronic facility.In this pivotal role as Sr. Principal – Cybersecurity (OT), you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing IT security measures to protect the organization’s manufacturing and distribution environments. This role requires an understanding of both IT and OT security principles, extensive experience in cybersecurity, and the ability to collaborate across various departments to ensure the protection of the manufacturing sites.We seek leaders with a clear vision, bold and inclusive thinkers who can generate innovative ideas and drive our best solutions forward, benefiting our patients, business partners, and customers.We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communications if we hope to have long-term sustainable impact.Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to be a part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We encourage and support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare. Join us for a career in IT that changes lives. Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Check out the accomplishments of our Women in IT group! http://bit.ly/MedtronicWomeninITCAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVESThe Senior Principal OT Cybersecurity Specialist refines the OT security strategy, mentors peers and site security champions, and integrates security into business strategies. They conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and establish security policies. Aids in designing secure OT network architectures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing incident responses are key tasks. They collaborate with stakeholders, communicates security risks, and participates in industry forums. They develop and champion security awareness programs, train personnel, and promote a security-focused culture. Manage the OT security budget and planning, overseeing procurement, and evaluating vendor relationships ensure efficient resource allocation and robust security measures. Specifically, responsibilities include:STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND PLANNINGCollaborate to develop and execute a comprehensive OT security strategy aligned with the organizational goals and industry best practices.Lead the OT security champions, providing direction, mentorship, and professional development.Collaborate with senior management to integrate OT security into overall business strategies and objectives.RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENTConduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis for the OT environment.Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address identified vulnerabilities.Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards specific to OT systems.SECURITY ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGNAid in design and implement secure OT network architectures, ensuring segmentation and protection of critical assets.Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions for OT environments.Ensure that security designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g. NIST 800-82, IEC 62443)INCIDENT RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENTDevelop and maintain and OT incident response plan.Lead the response to OT security incidents, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.Coordinate with IT security and other departments during incident response efforts.COMPLIANCE AND GOVERNANCEEnsure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines related to OT security (e.g., NIST, NERC CIP)Conduct regular audits and assessments to verify compliance and identify areas for improvement.Report on OT security performance metrics and compliance status to executive management.COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATIONFoster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including engineering, operations, IT, and external partners.Communicate OT security risks, strategies, and initiatives to both technical and non-technical audiences.Participate in industry forums, working groups, and conferences to stay current with emerging trends and threats in OT security.TRAINING AND AWARENESSDevelop and deliver OT security awareness programs for employees and contractors.Ensure that OT personnel are trained on security policies, procedures, and best practices.Promote a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within the organization.BUDGETING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENTManage the OT security budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.Oversee the procurement of security tools, technologies, and services.Evaluate and manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.MUST HAVE (Minimum Qualifications)High school diploma (or equivalent) and 12+ years of experienceORBachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience or advanced degree and 8+ years of experienceNICE TO HAVE (Preferred Qualifications)Strongly Preferred:Previous Medtronic experienceExperience with ICS systems and other OT environments.Experience developing and implementing OT security strategies and programs.Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, GICSP or equivalent.Knowledge of OT security frameworks, standards, and regulations.Leadership, project management and communications skills.Ability to analyze complex security issues and develop effective solutions.Familiarity with risk management methodologies and tools.Familiarity with risk management methodologies and tools.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$160,800.00 - $241,200.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).About MedtronicMedtronic benefits and compensation plansWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people.We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.At Medtronic, most positions are posted on our career site for 3-7 days.