Cybersecurity Engineer

Smithfield Foods is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support critical programs and strategic initiatives across the organization. In this role, you will assess, design, and maintain cybersecurity systems that protect the company's infrastructure, applications, and data. You will collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to strengthen Smithfield’s security posture, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments of industrial control systems (ICS) networks, systems, and components to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technical controls to reduce risk and strengthen system resilience.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations such as NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, and IEC 61850.
• Design, configure, and implement protective technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and SIEM platforms to defend against cyber threats.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments of ICS environments to identify weaknesses and implement timely remediation.
• Provide training and technical guidance to engineers and operators on cybersecurity best practices to improve awareness and compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to embed cybersecurity into the design, development, and deployment of new ICS systems and components.
• Participate in incident response activities, analyzing and mitigating threats to quickly restore secure and stable operations.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university and at least 2 years of relevant experience in OT cybersecurity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud security, including deployment, monitoring, and protection technologies.
• Proven expertise in endpoint protection solutions, advanced email threat protection, and forensic investigation/remediation.
• Strong background in Windows Active Directory security and administration.
• Experience managing Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and implementing network‑level protections against evolving cyber threats.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting log data using security analytics tools to detect and respond to potential incidents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Respectful, approachable, and team‑oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while building strong working relationships.

• The majority of the time is spent in an office setting outside of the production plant. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Frequently required to sit; stand; reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Relocation Package Available:
Yes

Smithfield is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757‑357‑1595.