Operational Technology (OT) Security Engineer - Buffalo, NY National Fuel Gas Company - 1.8 Williamsville, NY Job Details Full-time $62,500 - $90,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Qualifications AI models PLC-based control system operation Software engineering Industrial automation Program management Human-machine interface (HMI) systems Software coding Windows Electrical engineering Computer networking Industrial networks Electrical Engineering Time management VPN Full Job Description National Fuel is seeking an Operational Technology Security Engineer for an outstanding career opportunity in our Information Security department at our Williamsville, NY headquarters. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with operational stakeholders to apply current system security engineering methods, practices and technologies to the architecture, design, development, evaluation and integration of operational technology (OT) systems and networks to maintain appropriate security and risk mitigation. Apply and maintain security policies to ensure appropriate governance over the OT information security program, including building, operational plans, at the tactical, operational and strategic level. Proven experience in developing and leveraging metrics to enable an effective program Proven ability to implement end-to-end cybersecurity programs, with a strong predisposition towards execution and delivery in the IoT/OT space Proven ability to develop and deploy mitigation, remediation and ongoing oversight programs to address OT-related information security risks. Track, categorize and catalog known exceptions to the OT information security control environment and ensure compensating practices are implemented Leverage industry leading frameworks and methodologies to ensure consistency and cross-industry alignment with best practices Deploy cybersecurity automation tools as a force-multiplier(s) in identifying, managing and dispositioning potential OT security events Identify and deploy machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to proactively recognize trends and anomalies across the environment Participate in the incident response program for timely identification, response and remediation of OT-related information security incidents Assist in the development of comprehensive playbooks to ensure processes, roles and responsibilities are clearly articulated to enable a rapid response to an information security incident in the OT environment Deploy and maintain technologies that enable a proactive OT information security control landscape. Develop resiliency in OT security operations to enable ongoing processes in the event of a cyberattack Work with government, professional and industry groups and consortiums to ensure a diverse and well-understood approach to OT information security operations Engage with internal stakeholders and third-party partners to validate the OT information security program mitigates potential risk and can recover from an event at National Fuel Provide support and security standards for programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed process control systems (DCS), human machine interfaces (HMI), Historian data logging and reporting, and associated instrumentation
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Security) Information Security and/or Electrical Engineering with 2-5 years of field experience Experience in Controls, Automation Engineering, and associated software programs Experience in PLC programming and Human Machine Interface (HMI) based control systems Experience in data communications, networking, and VPNs in the Windows environment Strong oral and written communication skills, proven technical abilities and strong computer skills. Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment. Time management and multi-tasking abilities are essential to success in this position. Flexible hours and day travel to company facilities and project sites throughout Western NY and Northwest/Central
PA. ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL
National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live, work, and have 2,000+ employees in Western NY and Northwest PA. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The base salary range for this position is $62,500 - $90,000 This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of pay that National Fuel believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. The specific base pay offered to a successful applicant will be based primarily on relevant professional experience. Other components that may be considered include: individual qualifications, licensures, industry specific experience, education and market demands for specialized skills. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. Exempt positions will also be eligible for an Annual Cash Bonus Plan. National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following: Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage Paid Company Holidays Dental Coverage Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers Vision Coverage Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) with Company Match Life Insurance Company Funded Retirement Savings Account Long Term Disability Insurance Flexible Work Schedule Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off Charitable Giving Programs
HOW TO APPLY
Any candidate offered a position with National Fuel will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) by August 19, 2026, to . Please reference position #26-081NY in the subject line of your email.
Pay:
$62,500.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
