OT Cybersecurity Operations Analyst

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking an OT Cyber Security Analyst to support vulnerability management, incident response, and risk mitigation across manufacturing and OT environments. You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and cybersecurity teams to strengthen OT security posture and governance under guidance from senior analysts.

The role emphasizes hands-on vulnerability scanning, incident handling, and continuous improvement of security controls within a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT operations, or related technical fields.
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts including vulnerability management, incident response, and network security.
• Exposure to security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, or logging platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and remediation of OT vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites, engineering, and cybersecurity teams to improve OT security posture.
• Assist with vulnerability scanning and assessment activities across OT assets, applications, and infrastructure.

Skills

0–3 years cybersecurity

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Network security

Analytical thinking

Written/verbal communication

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint protection

Logging platforms

ServiceNow

Job description

Merck is seeking an OT Cyber Security Analyst to support vulnerability management, incident response, and risk mitigation across manufacturing and OT environments. You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and cybersecurity teams to strengthen OT security posture and governance under guidance from senior analysts.

The role emphasizes hands-on vulnerability scanning, incident handling, and continuous improvement of security controls within a hybrid work setting.