AVP, Team Lead, Cyber-Physical Systems Security & Resiliency, Power Sector

AECOM

Cyber-Physical System Security & Resiliency leader at AECOM enhancing cyber-physical infrastructure safety through strategic growth and innovative solutions. Overseeing client engagement and developing best practices in power sector environments.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • Atlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish the CPS Security & Resilience practice for the Power sector
Develop and execute go-to-market, recruitment, and top- and bottom-line growth strategies for the CPS Security & Resiliency workstream
Support strategic pursuits and key accounts from the cyber-physical resiliency lens, where CPS risk influences project outcomes or client confidence.
Engage client executives, boards, and regulators on system-level risk, resilience, and governance.
Act as a strategic partner to leadership on infrastructure resilience, reliability, and operational risk
Advise clients on cyber-physical risk and resiliency implications of AI-enabled grid modernization, automation, DER integration, advanced protection schemes, and digitally enabled control environments
Oversee and guide the development of reusable tools, templates, frameworks, and best practices for CPS Security & Resiliency Advisory & Enterprise Alignment
Partner closely with Advisory leadership to align CPS services with broader operational, digital, and risk advisory offerings
Coordinate with existing IT, OT, and cyber resources across AECOM to avoid duplication and fragmentation
Work closely with senior leadership to shape AECOM’s CPS Security & Resilience offerings and expand market presence
Lead project workstreams while teaching and mentoring junior staff
Support capture and proposal activities, including developing scopes of work, methodologies, and strategic content
Build and maintain strong client relationships to identify new opportunities and ensure successful delivery
Serve as a bridge between technical specialists and executive-level client discussions

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field
10 years of related experience
10 years of business leadership experience in cyber-physical systems, OT/ICS, infrastructure security, or resilience.
10 years of experience delivering advisory services (strategy, governance, road mapping, program development, compliance) into cyber-physical system OT, ICS, and SCADA environments.
Minimum years of OT or ICS experience in consulting, engineering, or cyber-physical environments.
Proven track record of growth, building, and scaling capabilities inside large engineering (AEC), EPC, or infrastructure organizations.
Proven ability to translate risk into executive-level decision frameworks and business outcomes.
Experience working across matrixed organizations with multiple business lines and stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of relevant CPS, OT, and cyber risk frameworks and regulatory constructs applicable to cyber-physical systems within critical infrastructure environments.
Strong communication skills with experience developing client-facing reports, strategies, roadmaps, and presentations.
Deep understanding of Power sector systems and the operational realities of infrastructure delivery.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

cyber-physical systemsOT/ICSinfrastructure securityresilienceadvisory servicescomplianceprogram developmentrisk frameworksSCADAAI-enabled grid modernization

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationmentoringclient relationship managementstrategic thinkingcollaborationproblem-solvingpresentation skillsbusiness acumendecision-making