Principal Cybersecurity Engineer at Medtronic

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, Healthcare, Critical InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
14+ years of overall experience
5+ years of experience in OT security, risk management, or governance in manufacturing, energy, or critical infrastructure
Strong knowledge of ICS/SCADA systems, industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC, DNP3, etc.), and IT and OT asset management
Experience with risk assessment methodologies, audit frameworks, and regulatory compliance
Familiarity with frameworks like NIST 800-82, IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and Purdue Model for ICS Security

Responsibilities

Lead OT risk assessments, identifying and rating risks based on the risk matrix
Maintain risk register and track those related to manufacturing environments
Ensure compliance with NIST CSF, NIS 2, and other relevant frameworks
Collaborate with IT, OT, and compliance teams to align cybersecurity policies with operational requirements
Establish and maintain OT security governance frameworks, policies, and procedures
Define roles and responsibilities for OT security within manufacturing operations
Develop security awareness programs tailored for OT personnel, engineers, and plant operators
Provide guidance on secure architecture, network segmentation, and access controls for OT systems
Support the cybersecurity incident response process, including detection, response, and recovery planning
Collaborate with IT security teams, SOC analysts, and plant personnel to investigate and mitigate security incidents
Ensure disaster recovery incorporate IT and OT system resilience and recovery
Assist manufacturing teams with the initial documentation of disaster recovery plans and assist with tabletop exercises, lessons learned and tracking updates required to current disaster recovery plans
Act as an advisor for manufacturing operations teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders
Develop training on IT and OT security risks, governance frameworks, and compliance expectations
Facilitate security awareness sessions for IT and OT engineering teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ICSSCADAModbusOPCDNP3OT SecurityRisk AssessmentNIST 800-82IEC 62443ISO 27001Purdue ModelNIST CSFNIS 2

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Principal Cybersecurity Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or onsite?

The position is onsite.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 14+ years of overall experience including 5+ years in OT security, risk management, or governance in manufacturing or critical infrastructure, strong knowledge of ICS/SCADA systems and industrial protocols like Modbus, OPC, DNP3, plus familiarity with frameworks such as NIST 800-82, IEC 62443, and ISO 27001. A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related field is required.

What does the team collaboration look like in this role?

The role involves collaborating with IT, OT, and compliance teams to align cybersecurity policies, working with SOC analysts and plant personnel on incident response, and acting as an advisor to manufacturing operations teams and cybersecurity stakeholders.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Cybersecurity Engineer role?

Strong candidates will have 14+ years of experience with at least 5+ years specifically in OT security or governance in manufacturing environments, deep technical knowledge of ICS/SCADA and industrial protocols, and hands-on experience with risk assessments and frameworks like NIST and IEC 62443.

Medtronic

Develops and manufactures medical devices and therapies

About Medtronic

Medtronic provides medical technology, services, and solutions to improve patient care. The company develops a variety of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, surgical tools, and neurostimulation devices, which help diagnose, prevent, and treat chronic diseases. These products are used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals around the world. Medtronic stands out from competitors by investing significantly in research and development to create new products and offering additional services like training and patient management programs. The goal of Medtronic is to enhance patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs through its comprehensive range of medical solutions.

Fridley, MinnesotaHeadquarters

1949Year Founded

$3.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees