OT Security Manager

GloComms; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Glocomms is seeking an OT Security Manager in Austin to lead both technical OT security operations and GRC efforts. You will manage security tooling, regulatory compliance programs, and act as the bridge between engineering, leadership, and auditors.

The role requires 7+ years in OT/ICS security, hands-on OT tooling expertise, and strong risk management and communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site position in Austin with exposure to multi-site critical infrastructure environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of OT/ICS cybersecurity or critical infrastructure security experience.
• Experience leading NERC CIP compliance programs in regulated environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of OT security tools (e.g., SIEM, vulnerability management, integrity monitoring).
• Experience managing both technical security teams and GRC/compliance teams.
• Strong understanding of risk management, policy development, and audit processes.
• Excellent communication skills across technical and executive audiences.
• Relevant certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, GICSP, or similar).
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-82, or IEC 62443.
• Experience in multi-site or complex critical infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage OT security engineers and GRC analysts supporting operational environments.
• Oversee security tooling (SIEM, vulnerability scanning, configuration monitoring) and track remediation.
• Establish audit-ready processes, documentation standards, and evidence collection.
• Lead OT compliance programs aligned to NERC CIP standards (CIP-006, 007, 008, 010, 011).
• Own audit preparation, regulatory engagement, and response management.
• Maintain risk register, control framework, policies, and exception handling processes.
• Monitor regulatory changes and drive program updates.
• Translate technical findings into business risk for leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary contact for audits and regulatory interactions.
• Deliver clear reporting, briefings, and documentation across audiences.

Skills

OT/ICS cybersecurity

NERC CIP compliance

OT security tools

team leadership

risk management

audit processes

communication to executives

frameworks (NIST, IEC 62443)

multi-site infra

Tools

SIEM

vulnerability management

integrity monitoring

Job description

OT Security Manager (PR/597203) Austin, Texas

Salary: USD140000 - USD170000 per year

Glocomms is partnering with aleading energy infrastructure organization that is seeking an OT Security Manager to lead both technical OT security operations and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) efforts. This role is responsible for overseeing security tooling in operational environments, managing regulatory compliance programs, and acting as the key bridge between engineering teams, leadership, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage OT security engineers and GRC analysts supporting operational environments


• Oversee security tooling (SIEM, vulnerability scanning, configuration monitoring) and ensure findings are tracked through remediation


• Establish audit-ready processes, documentation standards, and evidence collection


• Lead OT compliance programs aligned to NERC CIP standards (CIP-006, 007, 008, 010, 011)


• Own audit preparation, regulatory engagement, and response management


• Maintain risk register, control framework, policies, and exception handling processes


• Monitor regulatory changes and drive program updates


• Translate technical findings into business risk for leadership and non-technical stakeholders


• Serve as the primary contact for audits and regulatory interactions


• Deliver clear reporting, briefings, and documentation across audiences

Qualifications

• 7+ years of OT/ICS cybersecurity or critical infrastructure security experience


• Experience leading NERC CIP compliance programs in regulated environments


• Hands‑on knowledge of OT security tools (e.g., SIEM, vulnerability management, integrity monitoring)


• Experience managing both technical security teams and GRC/compliance teams


• Strong understanding of risk management, policy development, and audit processes


• Excellent communication skills across technical and executive audiences


• Relevant certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, GICSP, or similar)


• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-82, or IEC 62443


• Experience in multi‑site or complex critical infrastructure environments

Why Join

• High-impact role at the intersection of cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and regulatory compliance


• Opportunity to lead and mature a growing OT security program


• Work closely with both technical teams and executive leadership