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GE Vernova Monitoring & Diagnostics Cyber Security Principal Engineer in Schenectady, New York
Job Description Summary
Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?
We operate with a founder’s mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.
We are seeking an exceptional Cyber Principal Engineer to join the Global Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D) Engineering team. The ideal candidate will influence the design, implementation, and management of advanced cybersecurity solutions, leading to the protection of our information systems and IT/OT networks. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest security standards.
M&D is a dynamic organization within Gas Power Engineering that provides monitoring services to nearly 1000 power plants globally. The team's mission is to deliver engineering insights to customers at scale by leveraging data and the deep domain expertise within Gas Power. At the foundation of the customer outcomes is a passionate, global group of engineers that develops, maintains, and improves the data path from engine sensor to cloud to desktop app.
[Remote work location available.]
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Support M&D Cyber and Sustaining team members as an expert in cybersecurity as it relates to OT network architectures and industrial control systems
Work across Engineering and IT partners to develop strategy and define program requirements to evolve products, applications, infrastructure, and services to close gaps and meet the needs of customers and GEV
Consult with the M&D Cyber team on development of security policy and standards that guide the organization's processes
Ensure new and existing risks are holistically assessed with thorough, practical mitigation plans
Identify gaps in M&D's technical depth on Cyber practices; develop skills building strategy and mentor individuals in technical growth
Partner with Vernova Cyber teams in conducting passive and active assessments of M&D's product, process, and physical information security
Define strategy for utilizing advanced tools, such as AI/ML, to increase productivity and security posture
Exercise Curiosity by striving for improved products & processes to support customers
Work closely with other controlled title holders across engineering
Foster a culture of Lean wherein standard work and daily management leads to continuous improvement
Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external GE customers using reports, records, and letters
Be a Helpful resource to all levels of engineering team and encourage dialogue between all groups
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Computer Science or in a “STEM” major (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 8 years of experience in developing and deploying cybersecurity practices
Desired Characteristics
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3-5 years in a senior or lead role
Proven experience in designing and implementing cybersecurity solutions in complex environments
Expertise in network security, cloud security, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence
Proficiency with security tools and platforms (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, vulnerability scanners)
In-depth knowledge of OT security best practices
Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 27001, CIS Top 18, ISA/IEC 62443, NIST and CIS benchmarks
Industry certifications (ISA/IEC 62443, AWS, Azure, CISSP/CISM/CISA)
Demonstrated capability in leading within a matrixed, global organization
Customer-focused with clear, concise written and oral communications to the appropriate level
Servant leadership mindset
Restless dissatisfaction with “the way things are done” … focused on continuous improvement
Data-driven but decisive despite ambiguity
Humble, open, collaborative, and continuously learning
One Team mentality, leading horizontally to support our customers despite internal hurdles
LEAN knowledge
About Us
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For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $127,900 - $213,100 USD Annual.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This Senior Professional Band position is also eligible for a variable incentive bonus of 15%.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This position will stay open on the career website until at least 7/26/2024
Benefits Available to You:
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development .
Healthcare benefit s include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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