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# Manufacturing IT Cyber Security Specialist

- **Company:** Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics
- **Location:** Sharonville, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Microsoft Office, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0ae0e6acd82a9ec

## About the Role

* Interest in providing industrial cyber security support within manufacturing environments and coordinating cyber security initiatives.
 * Ability to recognize common needs with potential for strategic solutions.
 * General understanding and awareness of vulnerability management processes, incident management procedures, and common exploit methods.
 * Must work well in a team environment and be flexible enough to work on any aspect of the project as needed.
 * Excellent communication (verbal & written) skills and comfort level interacting with all levels of the plant hierarchy.
 * Well rounded plant floor background with exposure to IT systems and plant floor controls.
 * Ability to work onsite on a full time basis supporting multiple automotive manufacturing facilities in multiple areas., * Degree or certification(s) in Information Technology/Cybersecurity related field
 * A strong interest in developing ICS-specific Cyber Security skills.
 * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
 * 2+ years Manufacturing Plant Floor Experience with exposure to Industrial IT systems and controls.
 * Work 100% on-site at client site
 * Travel, Candidates for this role with Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application, without sponsorship. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

## Description

* IT Cyber Security initiatives including implementation and management of Manufacturing Cyber Security standards at the assigned facility.
 * Work closely with all levels and groups within the plant to ensure Industrial Cyber Security standards and practices are understood and being followed.
 * Coordinate with counterparts at other facilities as well as corporate management to report status, share best practices and overcome challenges.
 * Job may require occasional off-shift support to implement initiatives during non-production times.


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