Cybersecurity Architect

OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Architect with 6+ years of expertise to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of cybersecurity initiatives across our business and manufacturing operations. This role demands deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.This role demands deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Experience in Operational Technology (OT) is a core requirement.ResponsibilitiesArchitect and implement enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions across the IT and OT (manufacturing) environmentsDevelop and maintain security architecture documentation and standardsEvaluate and deploy security technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IAM, DLP, DSPM, Zero Trust)Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC, SOC2)Lead complex incident response and forensic investigations.Design and manage threat detection and prevention systems.Perform proactive threat hunting and risk assessments.Collaborate with internal teams to architect secure infrastructure.Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines.Vulnerability Management: Implement and manage vulnerability assessment tools and processes to ensure the security and compliance of IT systemsTechnical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior IT staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvementProject Management: Lead IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standardsStakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure alignment and successful implementation of IT initiatives while embedding security into systems and workflows.QualificationsExperience: 6+ years of progressive experience in Cybersecurity rolesEducation: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education, professional training and directly related work experience. Advanced certifications: CISSP, CISM, or OSCP are highly desirable.Manufacturing OT: Strong understanding of ICS/SCADA systems, PLC networks, and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, DNP3). Experience with network segmentation, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and zero trust architectures in OT environments.Vulnerability Management: Strong knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and techniquesLeadership: Proven ability to mentor team membersProject Management: Strong project management skills with a track record of successful project deliveryCommunication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as ability to present monthly metrics to senior leadershipCompetencies:Business Acumen:Project Leadership: Lead small cross-functional projects, requiring them to consider the impact on the entire enterprise.​Financial Impact: Understand and review contract scope, corresponding cost and impactBusiness Value: Ability to define and identify the business value for IT projects/support changes with limited oversight.Technical Acumen:Enterprise-wide Technology Use: Able to analyze or design technical solutions and the impacts of the enterprise. Typically, is able to manage contract execution from beginning to end without leadership oversight.Enterprise Thinking:Alignment with Organizational Goals: Aligns their work and decisions with the broader organizational goals and strategies.​ Leads efforts to resolve significant problems and serves as primary contact at supervisory and leadership level. Decision Making: Able to interpret root-cause problems and propose relevant solutions. Broad understanding of issues and proactive recognition of patterns requiring deeper analysis within the function.Project Leadership: Able to lead mid-sized projects with guidance from leadership. Able to drive alignment between project decisions and customer needs.Emotional Intelligence:Demonstrated Emotional Intelligence: Accurately identifies, regulates and understands own emotions as well as the emotions of others, is able to manage conflict and bring solutions to the table.**This St. Louis, MO-based position is eligible for a hybrid-remote work schedule (4 days/week in-office; 1 day/week remote) **Benefits & Perks – What’s In It For You*Hussmann is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here’s what you can expect: Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. Paid Time-Off Benefits – Paid time off, stewardship and parental leave. Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service. Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation. *Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following their start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status. About HussmannFor over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment — delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing — a trusted partner, relentlessly driving customer success. For more information about Hussmann, please visit . Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA. Hussmann is proudly committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. REQ-155251