Senior Principal Cybersecurity Specialist - OT Security

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 27 Jun 2025

 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the LifeAt Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working onsite 4 days a week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

In your role, you may work from one the following Medtronic sites:
• Mounds View, Minnesota • Boston, Massachusetts
• Fridley, Minnesota (OHQ) • Lafayette, Colorado
• Irvine, California (UCI) • Jacksonville, Florida
• Rice Creek, Minnesota


As the Senior Principal Cybersecurity Specialist – OT Security, you will refine Operational Technology security strategy, mentor peers, champion site security, and integrate security into business strategies. You will conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, establish security protocols, and participate in the design of secure OT network architectures. You will also be accountable for ensuring regulatory compliance and managing incident responses. In this role, you will manage the OT security budget and plan, oversee procurement, and evaluate vendor relationships to ensure efficient resource allocation while maintaining robust security measures.

We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communications to achieve long-term sustainable impact. Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.

Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to be a part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We encourage and support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare. Join us for a career in IT that changes lives. Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Check out the accomplishments of our Women in IT group! http://bit.ly/MedtronicWomeninIT

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES

The Senior Principal OT Cybersecurity Specialist refines the OT security strategy, mentors peers and site security champions, and integrates security into business strategies. They conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and establish security policies.  Aids in designing secure OT network architectures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing incident responses are key tasks. They collaborate with stakeholders, communicates security risks, and participates in industry forums. They develop and champion security awareness programs, train personnel, and promote a security-focused culture. Manage the OT security budget and planning, overseeing procurement, and evaluating vendor relationships ensure efficient resource allocation and robust security measures.  Specifically, responsibilities include:

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND PLANNING

• Collaborate to develop and execute a comprehensive OT security strategy aligned with the organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Lead the OT security champions, providing direction, mentorship, and professional development.
• Collaborate with senior management to integrate OT security into overall business strategies and objectives.

RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT

• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis for the OT environment.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address identified vulnerabilities.
• Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards specific to OT systems.

SECURITY ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN

• Aid in design and implement secure OT network architectures, ensuring segmentation and protection of critical assets.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions for OT environments.
• Ensure that security designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g. NIST 800-82, IEC 62443)

INCIDENT RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENT

• Develop and maintain and OT incident response plan.
• Lead the response to OT security incidents, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Coordinate with IT security and other departments during incident response efforts.

COMPLIANCE AND GOVERNANCE

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines related to OT security (e.g., NIST, NERC CIP)
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to verify compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Report on OT security performance metrics and compliance status to executive management.

COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION

• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including engineering, operations, IT, and external partners.
• Communicate OT security risks, strategies, and initiatives to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in industry forums, working groups, and conferences to stay current with emerging trends and threats in OT security.

TRAINING AND AWARENESS

• Develop and deliver OT security awareness programs for employees and contractors.
• Ensure that OT personnel are trained on security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within the organization.

BUDGETING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

• Manage the OT security budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Oversee the procurement of security tools, technologies, and services.
• Evaluate and manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.

MUST HAVE (Minimum Qualifications)

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 12+ years of experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience or advanced degree and 8+ years of experience

NICE TO HAVE (Preferred Qualifications)

• Strongly Preferred:
  • Previous Medtronic experience
  • Experience with ICS systems and other OT environments
  • Experience developing and implementing OT security strategies and programs
• Certifications
  • CISA
  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • GICSP
  • Other relevant or equivalent certifications
• Skills
  • Expertise with OT security frameworks, standards, and regulations
  • Previous leadership and project management experience; exemplary communication skills
  • Skilled at analyzing complex security issues and developing effective solutions
  • Knowledge of ARMIS
• Familiarity with risk management methodologies and tools
• Highly collaborative with a high degree of professionalism and emotional intelligence; adept at building rapport to achieve seamless support of business stakeholders
• Knowledge of IoT, SCADA, and cybersecurity in Distribution and Manufacturing environments

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$167,200.00 - $250,800.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

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