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Talen Energy
Lead - OT/IT – Operations & Compliance
Lead OT/IT Operations & Compliance at Talen Energy, Allentown, PA. Secure hybrid IT/OT systems for energy infrastructure. Requires 7+ yrs IT/OT, NERC CIP expertise, industrial cybersecurity knowledge. Benefits include health, 401(k), PTO.
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Job description
Posted on:
October 22, 2025
Talen Energy is looking for a Lead OT/IT – Operations & Compliance who will ensure the secure, compliant, and reliable operation of IT and OT systems supporting critical energy and industrial infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic, hands-on leader who can navigate real-world industrial system constraints, balance compliance with operational realities, and drive measurable risk reduction across a hybrid IT/OT environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Industrial Automation, related field, or equivalent work experience
- 7+ years of combined IT/OT experience, including 2+ years in industrial cybersecurity or compliance-driven environments (e.g., SCADA, PLCs, DCS, plant operations)
- Strong understanding of NERC CIP compliance, and industrial cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-82, IEC 62443)
- Hands-on experience with OT infrastructure and cybersecurity controls including: Servers (Windows/Linux), virtualization (VMware/Proxmox), and backup (Commvault/Veeam)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Competitive vacation and sick time
Requirements Summary
7+ years of combined IT/OT experience, Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Industrial Automation, related field, or equivalent work experience, Strong understanding of NERC CIP compliance, and industrial cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-82, IEC 62443)
