IT Cyber Security Manager

Kforce is seeking an IT Cyber Security Manager for a hybrid role in Pittsburgh, PA. This position involves leading the deployment of cybersecurity tools, improving network segmentation, enhancing threat detection, and addressing gaps in patching, access control, and asset management, with a focus on IT/OT convergence. The manager will drive the global OT cybersecurity strategy, implement and operate cybersecurity platforms, design controls, execute assessments, define governance, and lead continuous improvement efforts, serving as a trusted advisor to balance cyber risk reduction with operational continuity.

Must Have

• Master's degree in Industrial Automation, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of combined IT/OT experience
• Minimum 2 years in an OT/industrial cybersecurity environment (e.g., SCADA, PLCs, DCS)
• Hands-on experience implementing cybersecurity controls in OT environments
• Hands-on experience with EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender)
• Experience with firewall management and industrial DMZ design
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals including risk assessments, access control, incident response, and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of OT security best practices and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 2700x)
• Deep understanding of threats to industrial environments and network-connected OT/ICS systems
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 security features
• Practical understanding of IT/OT convergence principles
• Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional security projects

Good to Have

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GICSP
• Familiarity with OT security platforms (e.g., Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos)
• Strong communication skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Ability to explain technical risks in a practical, business-relevant way
• Awareness of emerging trends in IT and OT technologies
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20%

Perks & Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• HSA
• FSA
• 401(k)
• Life, disability & ADD insurance
• Paid time off (for salaried personnel)
• Paid sick leave (for hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project)

Kforce is working with a local Pittsburgh client hiring an IT Cyber Security Manager. This is a hybrid position in Pittsburgh, PA. Overview: We are seeking a pragmatic, collaborative cybersecurity professional with experience in real-world cyber risks and industrial system constraints. This role involves leading the deployment of cybersecurity tools, improving network segmentation, enhancing threat detection, and addressing gaps in patching, access control, and asset management. The position supports global operations with a focus on IT/OT convergence. Responsibilities:

• Drive the execution of a global OT cybersecurity strategy aligned with broader IT/OT convergence objectives
• Lead implementation and operation of cybersecurity platforms in OT environments, including asset inventory, vulnerability management, network segmentation, and secure remote access
• Design and architect cybersecurity controls and technologies that span IT and OT environments, ensuring practical, fit-for-purpose solutions in industrial settings
• Plan and execute OT cybersecurity assessments in collaboration with internal stakeholders, external partners, and engineering teams
• Define and maintain OT cybersecurity governance, including roles, responsibilities, decision rights, and escalation paths across sites and functions
• Lead continuous improvement efforts through drills, tabletop exercises, and lessons-learned reviews
• Develop and maintain OT security standards and implementation guidelines, supporting regional and site-level adoption
• Manage and scale cybersecurity awareness and training programs tailored to OT and production site personnel
• Participate in the selection of IT/OT security technologies and partners through structured RFPs, PoCs, and integration planning

Serve as a trusted advisor to plant managers, engineers, and IT teams, balancing cyber risk reduction with operational continuity.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Industrial Automation, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GICSP (preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of combined IT/OT experience, including at least 2 years in an OT/industrial cybersecurity environment (e.g., SCADA, PLCs, DCS)
• Hands-on experience implementing cybersecurity controls in OT environments
• Hands-on experience with EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender)
• Experience with firewall management and industrial DMZ design
• Experience balancing security with operational constraints and priorities
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals including risk assessments, access control, incident response, and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of OT security best practices and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 2700x)
• Deep understanding of threats to industrial environments and network-connected OT/ICS systems
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 security features
• Practical understanding of IT/OT convergence principles
• Familiarity with OT security platforms (e.g., Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborative mindset and ability to navigate complex environments with legacy systems and resource constraints
• Ability to explain technical risks in a practical, business-relevant way
• Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional security projects
• Awareness of emerging trends in IT and OT technologies
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20%