Cybersecurity Sr. Specialist
Abbott, Altavista, VA, United States
Title:
Cybersecurity Coordinator
Location:
Altavista, VA
Duration:
12 Months
Summary:
The Cybersecurity Coordinator plays a critical role in protecting Abbott Nutrition’s digital assets, systems, and manufacturing infrastructure. This position is responsible for designing secure architectures, conducting cybersecurity risk assessments, performing threat modeling, implementing cybersecurity controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
The coordinator works cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance teams to maintain and continuously improve the organization’s cybersecurity posture across manufacturing and enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Risk Management
Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for software, systems, and network infrastructure.
Perform threat modeling using methodologies and tools such as
STRIDE .
Identify security vulnerabilities and develop mitigation and remediation strategies.
Conduct and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
Compliance & Regulatory Governance
Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards and regulations including:
ISO 27001
NIST SP 800-82
FDA cybersecurity guidance
HIPAA
GDPR
PCI DSS
Monitor global cybersecurity regulatory changes and integrate them into Abbott Nutrition policies and procedures.
Support internal and external cybersecurity audits and coordinate remediation activities across Abbott Nutrition sites.
Secure Architecture & Development
Collaborate with engineering and development teams to design secure system architectures.
Guide teams in implementing cybersecurity controls throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Promote secure coding practices and encryption technologies across development teams.
Provide cybersecurity expertise for system design and architecture reviews.
Security Operations & Incident Management
Monitor cybersecurity threats and develop mitigation strategies to protect enterprise and manufacturing environments.
Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending recovery actions.
Manage and utilize security technologies such as:
Firewalls
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
Endpoint Protection Solutions
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Log Aggregation Tools
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Support the deployment and operational use of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
Work with cross-functional teams (Engineering, QA, IT) and vendors to document and implement cybersecurity controls aligned with program requirements.
Provide subject matter expertise on cybersecurity initiatives to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with security objectives.
Establish validation methods to measure the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably within regulated industries such as food, beverage, healthcare, or medical devices.
Experience with cloud security architectures and secure cloud-based applications.
Strong knowledge of network security protocols including SSL/TLS, VPNs, and IPsec.
Experience in risk management, vulnerability management, threat modeling, and incident response.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA cybersecurity guidance.
Experience securing both software and hardware systems within manufacturing or operational technology (OT) environments.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks including:
ISO 27001
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
NIST SP 800-82
SOC 2
HITRUST
Certifications (Preferred)
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
Other relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus.
Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
401(k)
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.
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Cybersecurity Coordinator
Location:
Altavista, VA
Duration:
12 Months
Summary:
The Cybersecurity Coordinator plays a critical role in protecting Abbott Nutrition’s digital assets, systems, and manufacturing infrastructure. This position is responsible for designing secure architectures, conducting cybersecurity risk assessments, performing threat modeling, implementing cybersecurity controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
The coordinator works cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance teams to maintain and continuously improve the organization’s cybersecurity posture across manufacturing and enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Risk Management
Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for software, systems, and network infrastructure.
Perform threat modeling using methodologies and tools such as
STRIDE .
Identify security vulnerabilities and develop mitigation and remediation strategies.
Conduct and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
Compliance & Regulatory Governance
Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards and regulations including:
ISO 27001
NIST SP 800-82
FDA cybersecurity guidance
HIPAA
GDPR
PCI DSS
Monitor global cybersecurity regulatory changes and integrate them into Abbott Nutrition policies and procedures.
Support internal and external cybersecurity audits and coordinate remediation activities across Abbott Nutrition sites.
Secure Architecture & Development
Collaborate with engineering and development teams to design secure system architectures.
Guide teams in implementing cybersecurity controls throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Promote secure coding practices and encryption technologies across development teams.
Provide cybersecurity expertise for system design and architecture reviews.
Security Operations & Incident Management
Monitor cybersecurity threats and develop mitigation strategies to protect enterprise and manufacturing environments.
Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending recovery actions.
Manage and utilize security technologies such as:
Firewalls
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
Endpoint Protection Solutions
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Log Aggregation Tools
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Support the deployment and operational use of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
Work with cross-functional teams (Engineering, QA, IT) and vendors to document and implement cybersecurity controls aligned with program requirements.
Provide subject matter expertise on cybersecurity initiatives to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with security objectives.
Establish validation methods to measure the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably within regulated industries such as food, beverage, healthcare, or medical devices.
Experience with cloud security architectures and secure cloud-based applications.
Strong knowledge of network security protocols including SSL/TLS, VPNs, and IPsec.
Experience in risk management, vulnerability management, threat modeling, and incident response.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA cybersecurity guidance.
Experience securing both software and hardware systems within manufacturing or operational technology (OT) environments.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks including:
ISO 27001
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
NIST SP 800-82
SOC 2
HITRUST
Certifications (Preferred)
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
Other relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus.
Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
401(k)
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.
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