IT/OT Cyber Security Analyst

Position Overview:

Our Fortune 500 client is hiring numerous IT/OT Security roles across their manufacuring across the US. Our client is looking to hire IT/OT security analysts at each plant with the overall goal of improving OT Security across the plants. They will identify and separate IT from OT assets and then identify new and existing vulnerabilities and drive remediation efforts. The role will require candidates to be onsite 4-5 days each week.

Top Skills' Details

1. 3-5+ years of experience in the cyber security space.

2. Experience performing risk assessments around TVM, incident response and OT asset management.

3. OT security experience.

Description

The Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in protecting the organization’s digital assets, systems, and infrastructure. This position involves designing secure architectures, performing risk assessments, threat modeling, implementing cybersecurity controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements across the organizational division. The coordinator will work cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance teams to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture across manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for software, systems, and network infrastructure.

• Perform threat modeling using tools such as STRIDE.

• Conduct and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-82, FDA, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, etc).

• Monitor and interpret changes in global cybersecurity regulations and standards, integrating them into the organization's policies and procedures.

• Support internal and external audits, including remediation coordination at the sites.

• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to design secure system architectures.

• Experience with secure coding practices and encryption technologies.

• Guide teams in applying cybersecurity controls throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Monitor cybersecurity threats and develop mitigation strategies.

• Respond to and investigate cybersecurity incidents, identifying root causes and recovery actions.

• Utilize and manage security technologies including:

o Firewalls

o Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)

o Endpoint protection

o Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

o SIEM systems

o Log aggregation tools

• Support the deployment and operational use of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.

• Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, QA, IT) and vendors to document and implement cybersecurity controls to achieve program requirements while enabling business outcomes.

• Subject Matter Expertise on security projects to ensure the timely, on-budget, and effective implementation of cyber security improvements that are operationally supported with validation methods in place to measure effectiveness.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in regulated industries such as food, beverage, healthcare, or medical devices.

• Experience with cloud security, network protocols (SSL/TLS, VPNs, IPsec), and secure cloud-based applications.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, FDA cybersecurity guidance).

• Proficiency in threat modeling, risk management, vulnerability management, and incident response.

• Experience securing both software and hardware systems in manufacturing environments.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, HITRUST, NIST SP 800-82).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2026.

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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.