Site Security Automation Cluster Lead

Veracity Ventures Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Veracity Ventures Inc. is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to steer automation, controls, and cybersecurity efforts across a cluster of manufacturing sites in the Richmond area.

The role focuses on delivering reliable, secure automation systems while supporting capital projects and Digital Manufacturing Transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation in automation, project management, and Industry 4.0, with experience in cybersecurity and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in automation, controls, engineering, manufacturing technology, or digital transformation.
• Strong experience with industrial automation and controls.
• Experience with IoT / Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Strong project-management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Ability to develop technology roadmaps and execute strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, align, and execute site roadmaps for automation upgrades and Digital Manufacturing Transformation.
• Lead multifunctional teams to design, implement, and fully utilize new automation and digital solutions.
• Develop and execute the Process, Control & Information Systems (PC&IS) and digitalization roadmap.
• Participate in regional and global automation and systems development initiatives.
• Contribute expertise to the digital community of practice.

Skills

Automation & Controls

Industrial Cybersecurity

IoT / Industry 4.0

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication & Presentation

Technology Roadmaps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronic Engineering

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Richmond, Virginia

Full Time

Summary:

This role will lead the automation and digitalization agenda across a cluster of manufacturing sites, ensuring reliable, secure, and compliant automation systems while supporting capital projects, technology upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, and Digital Manufacturing Transformation. Client is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to serve as the local expert in automation, controls, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. The ideal candidate combines a strong technical foundation in automation and controls with project management, cybersecurity, IoT/Industry 4.0, stakeholder management, and digital transformation experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• (1) Automation & Digital Transformation
  • Develop, align, and execute site roadmaps for automation upgrades and Digital Manufacturing Transformation.
  • Lead multifunctional teams to design, implement, and fully utilize new automation and digital solutions.
  • Develop and execute the Process, Control & Information Systems (PC&IS) and digitalization roadmap.
  • Participate in regional and global automation and systems development initiatives.
  • Contribute expertise to the digital community of practice.
• (2) Automation Systems & Reliability
  • Provide day-to-day management of site automation across the assigned cluster.
  • Support both existing systems and newly deployed systems associated with capital projects.
  • Ensure automation systems remain in a safe and supported state.
  • Develop lifecycle strategies for obsolete hardware and software.
• (3) Cybersecurity & Infrastructure
  • Lead cybersecurity technology activities across the plant cluster in accordance with MINT standards.
  • Ensure sites follow company standards for automation infrastructure and cybersecurity.
  • Develop and execute roadmaps for automation and CCN infrastructure.
  • Serve as an escalation point for automation, CCN infrastructure, and cybersecurity issues.
  • Develop cluster cybersecurity and automation capabilities.
• (4) Capital Project Management
  • Execute project-management responsibilities for capital projects supporting automation and Digital Manufacturing Transformation.
  • Plan and organize cross-functional project teams.
  • Monitor project progress during development and implementation.
• (5) Financial & Lifecycle Management
  • Develop site and cluster automation budgets.
  • Manage spending related to support, maintenance, and lifecycle management.
  • Plan migration of obsolete systems to current supported hardware and software.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronic Engineering or closely related technical field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in automation, controls, engineering, manufacturing technology, or digital transformation.
• Strong experience with industrial automation and controls.
• Experience with automation operating areas and project engineering.
• Experience with IoT / Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience with industrial cybersecurity.
• Strong project-management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Experience leading automation or digital transformation projects.
• Strong influencing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to develop technology roadmaps and execute strategic initiatives.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing automation systems and infrastructure.

Preferred / Additional Skills

• Manufacturing / CPG / FMCG industry experience.
• Experience with CCN-based automation/control systems.
• Digital Manufacturing Transformation experience.
• Automation cybersecurity experience.
• Capital project experience.
• Experience managing automation technology budgets.
• Business continuity and disaster recovery experience.
• Industrial IoT / Industry 4.0.
• Technology and equipment integration.
• Experience working across multiple manufacturing sites.