EY
Cyber SDC - OT Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect - Senior - Consulting - L
EY, Woodbridge, New Jersey, United States
Overview
Location: Anywhere in Country. At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. As an OT Defects Senior Architecture & Governance professional, you will be responsible for providing operational support for the overall issues management and associated defects creation, monitoring and tracking against the client's current referenced architecture, overseeing and governing operational technology (OT) systems to enhance security and ensure overall compliance. You support the manager and work within a team of experts to ensure that OT architectures align with organizational goals and industry standards, promoting secure and efficient operations. Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure OT systems are secure, compliant, and improved through governance and defect management processes. Support the OT manager by tracking and monitoring defects/issues, providing architecture oversight and approvals for OT systems, VLANs, and controls; ensure designs meet security, compliance, and operational requirements. Assist in overall operations, reporting on processes, milestones, and deliverables. Review and validate OT system designs for alignment with enterprise architecture standards. Maintain and evolve governance frameworks, SOPs, and documentation. Support change review boards and architecture decision forums. Lead defect intake, triage, and remediation cycles. Track and report on new and existing defects, accepted risks, and remediation progress. Facilitate weekly defect review meetings and ensure timely follow-ups with stakeholders. Partner with OT architects, system owners, cybersecurity teams, and DECA to resolve issues. Provide guidance and support to site teams on governance and defect-related matters. Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical audiences. Identify gaps in current documentation and propose updates. Contribute to the development of standard work and LEAN process improvements. Provide architecture oversight for OT systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. Review and approve architectural designs and implementations for OT solutions, focusing on security, compliance, and operational efficiency. Establish governance frameworks and best practices for OT architecture and design processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess architectural designs and provide recommendations for improvements. Facilitate decision-making processes related to OT architecture, ensuring stakeholder alignment and buy-in. Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses for proposed changes to OT systems and architectures. Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements in the OT space to inform governance practices. Develop and maintain documentation related to OT architecture standards, guidelines, and governance processes. Technical Skills
Experience and knowledge on Operational Technology (OT) environments and governance Experience with end-to-end issues management and exception/defects Experience with defect intake, exception review, and change request workflows Ability to build and manage SOPs, trackers, and reporting templates Strong familiarity with manufacturing, shopfloor, ICS, building management, or other OT environments and their safety, quality, and production considerations Experience with security architecture design and assessment of technologies such as SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, AI/ML, ZTA Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, including NERC CIP, NIS, CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, ISA/IEC 62443 Ability to apply these frameworks to OT environments and defect resolution processes Security controls, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and access management Risk-based mindset, including remediation and migration planning and tracking ServiceNow and AuditBoard usage experience Soft Skills
Ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects Ability to assess complex OT architectures and defect patterns, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions; collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and product owners to align on defect resolution and architecture decisions Precision in tracking defects, remediation or mitigation, documenting architecture standards, and ensuring compliance reporting Ability to lead calls with Product Owners and client stakeholders and clearly articulate review reasoning What We Look For
We are looking for people who strive to lead themselves, their teams, and their communities, and who can foster effective teamwork to drive results. We seek authentic communicators who can collaborate with EY colleagues across teams and develop personally and professionally in a dynamic organization. What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with base salary ranges listed by geography and total rewards including medical/dental, pension and 401(k), and paid time off. Hybrid work model with expectations to work in person 40-60% of the time on engagements, projects, or year. Flexible vacation policy and designated EY holidays, with paid time off for personal/family needs and accommodations as needed. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY is an equal employment opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact EY’s Talent Shared Services. EY | Building a better working world. EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. For assistance, contact EY’s Talent Shared Services.
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Location: Anywhere in Country. At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. As an OT Defects Senior Architecture & Governance professional, you will be responsible for providing operational support for the overall issues management and associated defects creation, monitoring and tracking against the client's current referenced architecture, overseeing and governing operational technology (OT) systems to enhance security and ensure overall compliance. You support the manager and work within a team of experts to ensure that OT architectures align with organizational goals and industry standards, promoting secure and efficient operations. Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure OT systems are secure, compliant, and improved through governance and defect management processes. Support the OT manager by tracking and monitoring defects/issues, providing architecture oversight and approvals for OT systems, VLANs, and controls; ensure designs meet security, compliance, and operational requirements. Assist in overall operations, reporting on processes, milestones, and deliverables. Review and validate OT system designs for alignment with enterprise architecture standards. Maintain and evolve governance frameworks, SOPs, and documentation. Support change review boards and architecture decision forums. Lead defect intake, triage, and remediation cycles. Track and report on new and existing defects, accepted risks, and remediation progress. Facilitate weekly defect review meetings and ensure timely follow-ups with stakeholders. Partner with OT architects, system owners, cybersecurity teams, and DECA to resolve issues. Provide guidance and support to site teams on governance and defect-related matters. Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical audiences. Identify gaps in current documentation and propose updates. Contribute to the development of standard work and LEAN process improvements. Provide architecture oversight for OT systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. Review and approve architectural designs and implementations for OT solutions, focusing on security, compliance, and operational efficiency. Establish governance frameworks and best practices for OT architecture and design processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess architectural designs and provide recommendations for improvements. Facilitate decision-making processes related to OT architecture, ensuring stakeholder alignment and buy-in. Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses for proposed changes to OT systems and architectures. Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements in the OT space to inform governance practices. Develop and maintain documentation related to OT architecture standards, guidelines, and governance processes. Technical Skills
Experience and knowledge on Operational Technology (OT) environments and governance Experience with end-to-end issues management and exception/defects Experience with defect intake, exception review, and change request workflows Ability to build and manage SOPs, trackers, and reporting templates Strong familiarity with manufacturing, shopfloor, ICS, building management, or other OT environments and their safety, quality, and production considerations Experience with security architecture design and assessment of technologies such as SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, AI/ML, ZTA Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, including NERC CIP, NIS, CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, ISA/IEC 62443 Ability to apply these frameworks to OT environments and defect resolution processes Security controls, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and access management Risk-based mindset, including remediation and migration planning and tracking ServiceNow and AuditBoard usage experience Soft Skills
Ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects Ability to assess complex OT architectures and defect patterns, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions; collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and product owners to align on defect resolution and architecture decisions Precision in tracking defects, remediation or mitigation, documenting architecture standards, and ensuring compliance reporting Ability to lead calls with Product Owners and client stakeholders and clearly articulate review reasoning What We Look For
We are looking for people who strive to lead themselves, their teams, and their communities, and who can foster effective teamwork to drive results. We seek authentic communicators who can collaborate with EY colleagues across teams and develop personally and professionally in a dynamic organization. What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with base salary ranges listed by geography and total rewards including medical/dental, pension and 401(k), and paid time off. Hybrid work model with expectations to work in person 40-60% of the time on engagements, projects, or year. Flexible vacation policy and designated EY holidays, with paid time off for personal/family needs and accommodations as needed. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY is an equal employment opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact EY’s Talent Shared Services. EY | Building a better working world. EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. For assistance, contact EY’s Talent Shared Services.
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