SBFI OT Cybersecurity Senior Manager

Who We Are

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: To inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. At Suntory Beverage and Food, we boldly move forward together to realize the dreams of becoming a world-leading next-generation global beverage company, always together with Seikatsusha – you are an important part of this and here’s how your role helps us win.

About your role

The Senior Cybersecurity Manager – Operational Technology (OT) will lead and drive the development, implementation, and governance of cybersecurity strategies across our global OT environments. This role will play a critical part in protecting our industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and IIoT infrastructure from evolving cyber threats while ensuring operational resilience and compliance.

What You'll Do

OT Security Strategy & Governance

• Develop and execute global OT cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and regulatory requirements
• Lead OT risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability management
• Ensure compliance with NIST, IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and local regulations
• Oversee annual IT/OT security assessments and governance frameworks

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop comprehensive project plans and manage OT cybersecurity projects
• Ensure secure integration of OT and IT networks in collaboration with IT and Engineering
• Develop and manage cybersecurity budget projections

 Incident Management & Operational Security

• Oversee Cybersecurity OT-related incident response planning and execution
• Strengthen monitoring and control mechanisms across OT environments
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance security posture

Stakeholder Engagement, Communication & Technical Expertise

• Facilitate effective communication across teams, executive stakeholders, auditors, regulators, and external vendors
• Provide regular status updates, reporting, and performance metrics
• Conduct cybersecurity awareness and training for plant and field personnel

What You need to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in IT and cybersecurity with a minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Operational Technology (OT) environments

• Strong knowledge of ICS/SCADA systems, PLCs, DCS, and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC, Profibus)
• Experience implementing and managing security tools in OT environments (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection)
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, particularly networking and Identity & Access Management (IAM), including PAM
• Familiarity with cloud-based OT architectures and edge computing security
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, ISO 27001)
• Relevant certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, CISM, or ISA/IEC 62443 preferred
• Project management experience is an advantage
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, complex environments
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making capability
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across diverse, multicultural business units

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.