Operational Technology Security Specialist

Operational Technology Security Specialist Brigham Young University Provo, UT Apply Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Operational Technology Security Specialist role at Brigham Young University Email or phone Password Show Forgot password? Sign in Sign in with Email or New to LinkedIn? Join now By clicking Continue to join or sign in, you agree to LinkedIn’s User Agreement , Privacy Policy , and Cookie Policy . Operational Technology Security Specialist Brigham Young University Provo, UT 1 month ago 47 applicants See who Brigham Young University has hired for this role Apply Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Operational Technology Security Specialist role at Brigham Young University Email or phone Password Show Forgot password? Sign in Sign in with Email or New to LinkedIn? Join now By clicking Continue to join or sign in, you agree to LinkedIn’s User Agreement , Privacy Policy , and Cookie Policy . Save Report this job Why Work at BYU At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career. Belonging Statement United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Employment Requirements Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Equal Opportunity Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. Operational Technology Security Program Specialist We're looking for an Operational Technology Security Program Specialist to establish and mature BYU’s cybersecurity program for the systems that support campus operations. This role will serve as a key liaison among Information Technology, Physical Facilities, security operations, Risk Management, vendors, and other partners. You’ll develop security governance, assess and reduce risk, and improve monitoring and incident response for operational technology environments. The ideal candidate can balance cybersecurity needs with operational continuity, safety, and the unique requirements of OT systems (campus physical facilities not factory/manufacturing). What you'll do in this role Establish and advance BYU’s Operational Technology Security Program. Develop and maintain OT cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and implementation guidelines. Define governance structures, roles, responsibilities, risk acceptance processes, and a multi-year security roadmap. Conduct OT risk assessments and integrate OT risks into enterprise risk management processes. Maintain OT asset inventories, classifications, system documentation, and network diagrams. Review OT architectures, projects, and technology deployments to ensure security requirements are addressed. Evaluate controls such as network segmentation, remote access, system hardening, access management, and monitoring. Develop OT-specific monitoring requirements, detection use cases, incident response procedures, and continuity plans. Coordinate security assessments, tabletop exercises, incident reviews, remediation activities, and risk reporting. Collaborate with facilities, engineering, security operations, vendors, and other stakeholders to improve OT security while preserving reliability and safety. What qualifies you for this role Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, engineering, facilities management, industrial technology, or a related field—or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience developing, implementing, or supporting cybersecurity, operational technology, industrial control systems, building automation systems, or related programs. Experience conducting risk assessments, security audits, compliance reviews, or incident response activities. Knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and security control frameworks. Understanding of the safety, availability, reliability, and operational requirements of OT environments. Strong written, verbal, collaboration, and stakeholder-management skills. Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 62443, or related OT security guidance is preferred. Experience with building automation systems, facilities technologies, critical infrastructure, higher education, healthcare, utilities, or similar operational environments is preferred. What We Offer In Return This position comes with fantastic benefits, including: 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans) Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members Access to athletic facilities Excellent medical/dental benefits Short/long-term disability benefits Paid parental and maternity leave Wellness Program Free on-campus parking Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU Pay Grade: 55T Typical Starting Pay: $104,500-$135,500 The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. 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