EY
Cyber SDC - OT Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect - Senior - Consulting - L
EY, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Cyber SDC - OT Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect – Senior – Consulting – Location OPEN Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented OT Senior Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect Solution Analyst to join our Operational Technology (OT) team. This role is pivotal in driving architectural integrity, governance compliance, and effective defect and issue resolution across OT environments. Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure OT systems are secure, compliant, and continuously improved through structured governance and defect management processes. Support the OT manager by providing defects/issues tracking and monitoring, architecture oversight and approvals for OT systems, VLANs, and controls. 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. Technical Skills
Experience and knowledge of 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, industrial control systems, building management or other OT environments. 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. Knowledge of security controls such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and access management. Risk‑based mindset to include remediation and migration planning and tracking. ServiceNow and AuditBoard usage experience. Soft Skills
Analytical and problem‑solving ability; demonstrated leadership in programs/projects. Assessment of complex OT architectures and defect patterns; root‑cause identification and effective solutions. Precision in tracking defects, remediation, and mitigation; documentation of architecture standards; compliance reporting. Lead calls with Product Owners and client stakeholders; articulate review reasoning and rationale. What We Look For
Leadership, collaboration, effective communication, and continuous improvement are essential. We value authentic communicators who collaborate across teams and pursue professional development in a dynamic organization. What We Offer
Competitive salary (US $77,500–$140,900 depending on location). Additional benefits include medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off. Hybrid work model with 40‑60% in‑person engagement, as appropriate. Flexible vacation policy aligned with personal circumstances. EEO Statement
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. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Cyber SDC - OT Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect – Senior – Consulting – Location OPEN Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented OT Senior Architecture & Governance Issues/Defect Solution Analyst to join our Operational Technology (OT) team. This role is pivotal in driving architectural integrity, governance compliance, and effective defect and issue resolution across OT environments. Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure OT systems are secure, compliant, and continuously improved through structured governance and defect management processes. Support the OT manager by providing defects/issues tracking and monitoring, architecture oversight and approvals for OT systems, VLANs, and controls. 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. Technical Skills
Experience and knowledge of 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, industrial control systems, building management or other OT environments. 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. Knowledge of security controls such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and access management. Risk‑based mindset to include remediation and migration planning and tracking. ServiceNow and AuditBoard usage experience. Soft Skills
Analytical and problem‑solving ability; demonstrated leadership in programs/projects. Assessment of complex OT architectures and defect patterns; root‑cause identification and effective solutions. Precision in tracking defects, remediation, and mitigation; documentation of architecture standards; compliance reporting. Lead calls with Product Owners and client stakeholders; articulate review reasoning and rationale. What We Look For
Leadership, collaboration, effective communication, and continuous improvement are essential. We value authentic communicators who collaborate across teams and pursue professional development in a dynamic organization. What We Offer
Competitive salary (US $77,500–$140,900 depending on location). Additional benefits include medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off. Hybrid work model with 40‑60% in‑person engagement, as appropriate. Flexible vacation policy aligned with personal circumstances. EEO Statement
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. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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