Caterpillar Inc. · 9 hours ago
Operational Technology Cybersecurity Specialist
East Peoria, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$128K/yr - $193K/yr
5+ years expCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating stronger, more sustainable communities. The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Specialist plays a key role in securing the company's OT environment, leading initiatives to protect critical infrastructure and collaborating with teams to implement security practices.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and support the definition, prioritization, and execution of Enterprise OT Cybersecurity initiatives
Conduct OT security design and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements
Assist in remediation of identified OT security gaps and support implementation of secure-by-design practices
Monitor OT security metrics, track risks, and prepare reports and insights for leadership
Stay current on cybersecurity threats, emerging technologies, and trends relevant to OT environments
Collaborate with global manufacturing and facility teams to integrate security best practices into operations
Partner with business stakeholders to understand the operational environment and security needs
Promote and reinforce a “safety-first” culture within OT systems and processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Industrial Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and engage diverse stakeholders
Project management capability with strong problem-solving under pressure
Experience with factory systems, LAN environments, and ICS/SCADA technologies (PLCs, DCS, HMIs, BMS)
Knowledge of IT/OT protocols and industrial network design, implementation, and troubleshooting
Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals such as vulnerability assessment, risk analysis, and defense-in-depth
Familiarity with SANS ICS controls and best practices for securing manufacturing environments
Preferred
Deep expertise in ICS/SCADA system integration and industrial control environments
Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, GICSP, GRID, GPEN)
Strong analytical skills for prioritizing work and presenting metrics to leadership
Experience with OT-specific tooling (passive monitoring, vulnerability management, secure remote access)
Knowledge of industry frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF/800-82, ISA 62443)
Hands-on involvement in OT incident response, tabletop exercises, and ServiceNow workflows/reporting
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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