What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational Technology (OT) Security Analyst position at UNITED PARCEL SERVICE?
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Job Description:
We are looking for an Operational Technology (OT) Security Analyst to join our team and help us protect our critical infrastructure from cyber threats. As an OT Security Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents affecting our industrial control systems (ICS). You will also assist in implementing security policies, standards, and best practices for our OT environment.
Job Level: 77 - FT Supervisor / Internal salary grade: 20E
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM-5PM
Responsibilities:
Monitor and analyze security incidents affecting our industrial control systems (ICS) and report them to senior staff, including the root cause, impact and mitigation actions
Respond to security incidents according to established procedures and guidelines, such as isolating affected systems, restoring normal operations and preserving evidence
Assist in implementing security policies, standards and best practices for our OT environment, such as applying patches, configuring OT systems, and encrypting data
Conduct security assessments and audits of our OT systems and networks, using tools and techniques such as vulnerability scanning, penetration testing and risk analysis
Provide security awareness and training to OT staff and stakeholders, such as explaining security threats, risks and countermeasures, and promoting a culture of security awareness
Preferences:
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent cybersecurity training and/or certifications - Preferred
At least one year of demonstrable experience in OT / ICS security
Exposure to industrial control systems (PLC, HMI, VFD, etc.) and programming (computer or device)
Exposure to OT security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISA/IEC 62443, NERC CIP, etc.
Familiarity with common OT protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DNP3, OPC, IEC 61850, etc.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
A passion for learning new skills and technologies
Other Criteria:
Job Grade: 20E
Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself - Required
Shift: Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM
Last day to apply is 5/1/2025
Employee Type:
PermanentUPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Other Criteria:
UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.
