Job Title:
Operational Technology Analyst
Company:
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
Location:
Limerick, Ireland
Overview
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.
Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.
Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
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Job Function & Category
Job Function:
Technology Enterprise Strategy & Security (Security & Controls).
Category:
Scientific/Technology.
Job Details
All Job Posting Locations:
Limerick, Ireland.
Job Description
We are searching for the best talent for an Operational Technology Analyst role to be in Limerick, Ireland.
As part of the Automation Team, the OT Analyst will support and maintain the Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure at the J&J Vision Care site in Limerick, ensuring the reliability, security, and compliance of automation and control systems.
A key responsibility is to act as the site's single point of contact (SPOC) for OT cybersecurity, ensuring alignment with Johnson & Johnson's global cybersecurity policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Operational Technology Support
Provide technical support for OT systems including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and data historians.
Collaborate with automation and engineering teams to ensure reliable and efficient operation of manufacturing systems.
Maintain documentation for OT architecture, system configurations, and change management.
Cybersecurity Responsibilities
Lead implementation and monitoring of cybersecurity controls for OT assets, including network segmentation, access control, and patch management.
Conduct risk assessments, support incident response, and coordinate remediation activities.
Maintain an accurate OT asset inventory and support vulnerability management processes.
Ensure compliance with J&J cybersecurity policies, GxP, SOX, and 21 CFR Part 11.
Cybersecurity Standards & Directives
NIS2 Directive – EU-wide regulation enhancing cybersecurity for critical infrastructure and OT systems.
IEC ***** – International standard for securing Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS).
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) – Framework for identifying, protecting, detecting, responding, and recovering from cyber threats.
Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) – EU regulation ensuring cybersecurity throughout the lifecycle of digital products used in OT environments.
Collaboration & Compliance
Liaise with global cybersecurity, IT, and quality teams to ensure integrated and compliant OT operations.
Support internal and external audits related to OT and cybersecurity.
Promote cybersecurity awareness and training among site personnel.
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science or related field.
3+ years of experience in OT/automation systems within a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS), network protocols, and system integration.
Understanding of cybersecurity principles and regulatory requirements in a GxP environment.
Preferred
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIS2, IEC *****, or NIST CSF.
Certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, or ISA/IEC *****.
Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to work independently and manage cross-functional initiatives.
Commitment to J&J's Credo and high ethical standards.
Expectations Throughout the Hiring Process
Application review: We'll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
Initial phone call: If a good match, you'll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team.
Information updates: Our recruitment team will keep you updated throughout the process.
Final steps: Successful candidates will complete country-specific checks before starting the new role.
Feedback survey: At the end of the process, you'll be invited to share feedback in a short survey.
Required Skills
Analytical Thinking, Cross-Functional Initiatives, Ethical Standards, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Engagement.
Preferred Skills
Analytical Reasoning, Communication, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Industry Analysis, Information Security Auditing, Information Security Management System (ISMS), Information Technology (IT) Security Assessments, Information Technology Strategies, Mentorship, Process Oriented, Risk Assessments, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Security Policies, Solution Architecture, Technologically Savvy, Vulnerability Assessments.
Employment Details
Seniority level:
Not Applicable.
Employment type:
Full-time.
Job function:
Information Technology.
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care.
Additional Information
We want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process.
Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.
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