Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Defense Analyst

About the role

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow has an opportunity for an Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Defense Specialist located in Midland, MI or Houston, TX. The Dow Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) is seeking an experienced Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity professional to help protect Dow's global manufacturing environment. As Dow continues to mature its OT security capabilities, this role will play a critical part in advancing our ability to detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats targeting industrial control systems and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate combines deep OT engineering experience with a passion for or strong interest in cybersecurity and defending critical manufacturing environments. They will possess a strong understanding of manufacturing technologies, industrial processes, and operational environments while serving as a subject matter expert within the CSOC.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a team subject matter expert for OT, providing guidance on industrial control systems, manufacturing technologies, OT networks, and associated cyber risks.
• Lead the development and enhancement of OT-focused detection use cases, analytics, and monitoring capabilities utilizing frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK for ICS.
• Conduct advanced investigations of security events and incidents affecting OT and enterprise environments, including threat hunting, forensic analysis, root cause determination, and response coordination.
• Continuously evaluate emerging threats, vulnerabilities, adversary tactics, and industry trends impacting industrial environments, translating intelligence into actionable defensive capabilities.
• Develop and maintain detection content, playbooks, response procedures, and operational guidance for OT cybersecurity monitoring and incident response.
• Contribute to cross-functional cybersecurity projects that improve Dow's overall OT security posture and cyber resilience.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to other analysts, helping develop OT expertise across the CSOC.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S.