W&T Offshore Inc. (NYSE: WTI) ยท 1 month ago
OT Cybersecurity Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expW&T Offshore is an independent oil and natural gas producer committed to creating an environment where people thrive. They are seeking an experienced OT Cybersecurity Specialist to safeguard Operational Technology environments, focusing on Industrial Control Systems and critical infrastructure in an offshore setting by implementing robust cybersecurity measures and leading incident response efforts.
Oil & Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform asset discovery and comprehensive risk evaluations to uncover vulnerabilities in OT systems
Analyze system architecture, network traffic, and log data to identify security gaps
Develop and implement targeted security controls and mitigation strategies
Review and enhance existing OT system architectures
Deploy network segmentation, secure access mechanisms, and advanced threat detection/prevention technologies
Strengthen defenses against cyber intrusions and attacks
Develop and maintain incident response plans tailored to OT/ICS environments
Lead rapid response and forensic investigations to contain and resolve security incidents
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation and recovery
Establish and enforce comprehensive OT security policies and procedures
Define strict security standards, access controls, and response protocols
Promote a security-first culture through regular training and awareness programs
Maintain an accurate inventory of OT assets and their cybersecurity posture
Develop and manage patching strategies for OT systems, balancing security and operational uptime
Conduct routine security assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability scans
Perform audits to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security controls
Continuously monitor and improve the security posture of OT/ICS systems
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT teams to align cybersecurity with operational goals
Conduct training and awareness programs for OT personnel on cybersecurity best practices
Lead or support cybersecurity projects related to OT modernization, system upgrades, and new deployments
Evaluate and implement OT security tools and technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered
5 - 10 years of experience in OT security, IT infrastructure, or cybersecurity operations with at least 3 years focused on OT/ICS environments
Strong knowledge of OT protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC, BACnet, PROFINET)
Hands-on experience with ICS/SCADA systems from vendors such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, or Honeywell
Proficiency in network security, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
Certifications: CISSP, CSSP, CompTIA, CySA+ or equivalent preferred
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISA/IEC 62443, MITRE ATT&CK for ICS)
Preferred
Master's degree or advanced certifications (e.g., GICSP, CISSP, CISM, CRISC)
Experience in critical infrastructure sectors (e.g., energy, manufacturing, water, transportation)
Knowledge of safety systems (SIS), HMI, and historian systems
Experience with secure remote access solutions for OT environments
Benefits
Excellent pay
Short-term incentive/cash bonus program
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, group life and AD&D insurance
401(k) with a 6% safe-harbor match
Supplemental insurance
Paid vacation
Annual PTO
Paid company holidays paid annually
Company
W&T Offshore Inc. (NYSE: WTI)
We are an independent oil and natural gas acquisition, exploitation and exploration company.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sameer Parasnis
Chief Financial Officer
William Williford
Chief Operating Officer
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