Carrier · 1 day ago
Principal OT Security Architect
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expCarrier is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, dedicated to innovation and sustainability. The Principal OT Security Architect is responsible for designing secure architectures for operational technology and collaborating with engineering and business teams to enhance security in OT systems.
EnergyHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient OT security architectures
Develop and publish OT security reference architectures, patterns, and standards
Lead architectural reviews, threat modeling, and security assessment engagements across business units
Conduct interviews with business and technology leaders and facilitate cybersecurity workshops
Perform physical security walk-downs, technical configuration reviews, and personnel interviews
Provide expert guidance on secure design principles for ICS, MES, DCS, and other OT systems
Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their security implications in OT environments
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure secure implementation of OT solutions
Contribute to the development of OT security architecture frameworks and governance processes
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for OT security architecture in cross-functional initiatives
Support the development of OT security roadmaps and risk mitigation strategies
Promote the adoption of secure-by-design principles across OT systems and processes
Support business development activities including proposal writing and client presentations
Lead and mentor consultants and security analysts in OT cybersecurity engagements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT, OT, or engineering
High School Diploma/GED and 10+ years in cybersecurity, IT, OT, or engineering
Ability and willingness to travel
Preferred
Proven experience performing OT/ICS cybersecurity functions including risk management, vulnerability assessments, and strategy development
Expertise in securing OT/ICS network architecture across the Purdue reference model
Knowledge of security systems/products including firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-malware software, authentication systems, and log management
Experience with common industrial network protocols including Serial, Modbus, Profibus, and EthernetIP
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-82, and NIS 1 / NIS 2
Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience in both IT and OT security environments
Experience influencing security strategy and policy without direct authority
Experience in OT security architecture, including systems security engineering, solution design, deployment, and evaluation
Certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, CISM, CFSE/CFSP are desirable
Proven ability to manage, mentor, and coach a team
Company
Carrier
Carrier is the provider of intelligent climate and energy solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Gitlin
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Gary Boucher
Chief of Staff to the Chairman & CEO
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