Colgate Palmolive

Director, OT Security and Infrastructure

Colgate Palmolive$195K — $230K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity and operations.
  • 6+ years of relevant experience in Operational Technology (OT) security or industrial control systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading cybersecurity projects and teams.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity standards relevant to OT, e.g., NIST 800-82.
  • Experience with OT asset visibility platforms like Claroty and Dragos.
  • Ability to apply advanced cybersecurity techniques to OT systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor the OT cybersecurity team, encouraging technical growth.
  • Manage performance, resource allocation, and budget for security initiatives.
  • Oversee the implementation of comprehensive OT security strategies globally.
  • Educate teams on cybersecurity best practices for manufacturing.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for OT security platforms.
  • Collaborate with Security Operations to enhance manufacturing threat detection.
  • Direct compliance and disaster recovery strategies for critical systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Generous vacation/PTO policy with a minimum of 15 days annually.
  • Thirteen paid holidays per year.
Full Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #175795 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

Director, OT Security and Infrastructure

We are seeking a strategic Operational Technology(OT) Cyber Security Director who brings strong team leadership capabilities, organizational management of daily OT security operations activities for Colgate-Palmolive manufacturing plants, and strategic planning for the globally distributed manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will provide direction in the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust cyber security solutions for our manufacturing operations, ensuring the integrity and availability of our OT systems while fostering a high-performing team environment interacting closely with the company's Global Supply Chain organization.

As a key leader within the Global Information Security program, this position will drive collaboration and communication between Supply Chain, Plant Systems, and other IT teams. You will be responsible for managing team performance, resource prioritization allocation, and budget planning to align with global security objectives.

Main Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the Operational Technology cyber security team, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
  • Focuses on enterprise risk management and advise on audit findings associated with the manufacturing environment
  • Manage team performance, resource allocation, budget planning and project prioritization to ensure timely delivery of security initiatives.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of comprehensive OT security strategies, policies, and architectures across the global distributed manufacturing environment.
  • Educate Global Supply Chain and other IT organizations on cyber security best practices for manufacturing and how this mission is critical to protecting our company's manufacturing operations.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for the OT Security platforms (for example: Claroty, Dragos, Armis, Nozomi, Palo Alto Networks) utilized in Colgate-Palmolive's manufacturing environment.
  • Provide technical support and solution consulting for the Global Supply Chain organization, enabling their organization to follow security and operational industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with in-house Security Operations Center to enhance threat detection capabilities for Colgate-Palmolive's manufacturing plants.
  • Participate in investigations to determine the root cause of OT related security incidents.
  • Provide research, evaluation, Proof-of-Concept technology testing, project planning, and implementation support for platform changes across all global manufacturing sites.
  • Direct the compliance and licensing of server operating systems, including procurement and growth planning.
  • Oversee disaster recovery and critical system backup strategy, including cloud-based solutions (e.g., Rubrik, CommVault, EON).
  • Direct the compliance and licensing of server operating systems within the global manufacturing landscape.
  • This role plays a critical part of our Cyber Security Tabletop exercises and leads the strategic planning around 3rd party manufacturing partner support and connectivity.
  • Coordinate with IT Site Support teams(server, network and other infrastructure components) to ensure manufacturing issues are resolved in a timely manner and critical IT infrastructure services are available to support the manufacturing operations.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field.
  • 10+ years of professional experience
  • 6+ years of relevant experience in OT security, network security, or industrial control systems.
  • Proven experience in people leadership and team management.
  • Proven track record of working with global and regional Supply Chain counterparts to drive cybersecurity objectives
  • 3+ years of demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex security projects.
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity policies and standards relevant to OT, such as NIST 800-82, NIS2, and ISA/IEC 62443.
  • Experience managing the OT asset visibility platform(such as Claroty, Dragos, Armis, and Nozomi) and ability to query the asset repository.
  • Ability to apply cybersecurity knowledge to OT/ICS/SCADA systems to implement new cyber defense and resiliency techniques.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with network segmentation and designing microsegmentation zones to improve manufacturing resiliency.
  • Knowledge or experience with public cloud environments(GCP, AWS, Azure).
  • Ability to quickly assimilate new technologies, tools, internal/external systems, and design frameworks. A strong and broad technology background is highly preferred.
  • Ability to approach challenges with a security mindset. The successful candidate should possess a strong OT background with in-depth knowledge of corporate application access control, network routing, packet analysis, and cyber threat analysis.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact directly with non-security personnel and serve as a cyber security spokesperson throughout the Manufacturing and Supply Chain organizations.
  • Ability to present strategic vision for OT cyber security to senior levels of the organization, such as Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Supply Chain Officer.
  • Awareness of and experience in leveraging industry best practices for network and OT security
  • Knowledge of Virtualization platforms and high level configuration (VMWare, Nutanix)


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $195,000.00 - $230,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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About Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive Company (Colgate) is a consumer products company whose products are marketed in over 200 countries and territories throughout the world. It operates in two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Oral Care business products include Colgate Total, Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief, Colgate Max Fresh, Colgate Optic White, and Colgate Luminous White toothpastes, Colgate 360° manual toothbrushes and Colgate and Colgate Plax mouth rinses. Colgate's Oral Care business also includes dental floss and pharmaceutical products for dentists and oral health professionals. Its Personal Care products also include Palmolive, Softsoap and Sanex brand shower gels, Palmolive, Irish Spring, and Protex bar soaps and Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick and Sanex deodorants and antiperspirants. It sells liquid hand soap under the Palmolive, Protex and Softsoap brands. Colgate, through its Hill's Pet Nutrition segment (Hill's), manufactures pet nutrition products for dogs and cats.

Colgate-Palmolive Careers

Join the vibrant team at Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in oral care, personal care, and pet nutrition, where innovation, leadership, and care converge to create outstanding job opportunities. At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to offering more than just employment; we are dedicated to providing a platform where careers flourish and talents shine.

Work You’ll Do

At Colgate-Palmolive, every position is a chance to enhance global health and well-being. Whether you're involved in product development, marketing, finance, or technology, you'll contribute to projects that touch lives worldwide. Our team's diversity and commitment to inclusive leadership help foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives lead to dynamic solutions.

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Join a company renowned for innovation and set your career on a trajectory of growth and discovery. Colgate-Palmolive is the perfect place to challenge your skills and expand your horizons. Here, innovation isn't just another buzzword—it's a practical part of how we approach solutions and processes to improve the lives of our consumers.

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Our culture is all about collaboration and teamwork. At Colgate-Palmolive, you’ll work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, united by a common goal to make every day better for people around the globe. Our team is supported by robust diversity training programs that enhance understanding and drive innovation.

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With a multitude of career paths and job opportunities at all levels, Colgate-Palmolive empowers you to tailor your career journey. From internships to leadership roles, every career stage at Colgate-Palmolive is supported by extensive training and professional development opportunities, ensuring that your career aspirations have no limits.

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Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Colgate-Palmolive offers a range of opportunities. Explore positions that match your skills and interests through our job portal. We are continuously hiring and looking for curious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team.

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Learn more about Colgate Palmolive
Size
33,800 employees
Market Cap
$66.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
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