Cybersecurity Engineer

Smithfield Foods, Inc; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and professional development

Education reimbursement

Smithfield Scholarship Program

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support critical cybersecurity initiatives in Smithfield, VA. The role involves conducting risk assessments, developing security policies, and implementing protective technologies to defend against cyber threats. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with skills in cloud security and endpoint protection. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment to ensure security compliance across the organization. Benefits include comprehensive training and development programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2+ years in OT cybersecurity.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS security.
• Proven expertise in endpoint and email protection solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for industrial control systems.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies and technical controls.
• Design and configure protective technologies to defend against cyber threats.

Skills

Microsoft Azure security

AWS cloud security

Endpoint protection

Email threat protection

Active Directory security

Web Application Firewall management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or relevant field

Tools

SIEM platforms

Intrusion detection/prevention systems

Job description

Cybersecurity Engineer page is loaded## Cybersecurity Engineerremote type: Onsitelocations: Smithfield, VA: Suffolk, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2026-5496****If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.****A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. **Apply Now!****THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:***The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.*Smithfield Foods is seeking a highly motivated and experienced **Cybersecurity Engineer** to support critical programs and strategic initiatives across the organization. In this role, you will assess, design, and maintain cybersecurity systems that protect the company's infrastructure, applications, and data. You will collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to strengthen Smithfield’s security posture, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.**WHAT YOU’LL DO:***The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.** **Risk Assessment:** Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments of industrial control systems (ICS) networks, systems, and components to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.* **Policies & Controls:** Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technical controls to reduce risk and strengthen system resilience.* **Compliance & Standards:** Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations such as NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, and IEC 61850.* **Security Solutions:** Design, configure, and implement protective technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and SIEM platforms to defend against cyber threats.* **Testing & Validation:** Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments of ICS environments to identify weaknesses and implement timely remediation.* **Training & Guidance:** Provide training and technical guidance to engineers and operators on cybersecurity best practices to improve awareness and compliance.* **Collaboration:** Work with cross-functional teams to embed cybersecurity into the design, development, and deployment of new ICS systems and components.* **Incident Response:** Participate in incident response activities, analyzing and mitigating threats to quickly restore secure and stable operations.**WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:***To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.** **Education & Experience:** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience in OT cybersecurity, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.* **Cloud Security:** Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud security, including deployment, monitoring, and protection technologies.* **Endpoint & Email Protection:** Proven expertise in endpoint protection solutions, advanced email threat protection, and forensic investigation/remediation.* **Identity & Access Management:** Strong background in Windows Active Directory security and administration.* **Application & Network Security:** Experience managing Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and implementing network-level protections against evolving cyber threats.* **Data Analysis:** Skilled in analyzing and interpreting log data using security analytics tools to detect and respond to potential incidents.* **Collaboration & Communication:** Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.* **Team & Culture Fit:** Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while building strong working relationships.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:***The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** The majority of the time is spent in an office setting outside of the production plant. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.* · Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.* · Frequently required to sit; stand; reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.* · Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.* · Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Relocation Package AvailableYes**EEO Information***Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.**If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.*### Team Member BenefitsSmithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‐demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‐based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‐potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning par