JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect, a strategic and technical leadership role responsible for defining, developing, and driving the cybersecurity strategy and roadmap for the organization. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the enterprise architecture framework, ensuring alignment with business goals, regulatory requirements, and emerging threats. The role requires close collaboration with IT architects, business stakeholders, and an outsourced managed services provider to ensure a secure and resilient technology environment.

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ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.

• Define and maintain the cybersecurity architecture aligned with enterprise architecture principles.

• Provide technical oversight and guidance for Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Operations, Security Engineering, and Cloud Security.

• Collaborate with IT architects and business leaders to integrate security into enterprise solutions and digital transformation initiatives.

• Serve as a key liaison with the organization’s managed services provider to ensure effective security operations and incident response.

• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and practices to enhance the organization’s security posture.

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (e.g., TSA Pipeline Security Guidelines, NIST).

• Support risk assessments, audits, and security reviews across IT and OT environments.

• Develop and maintain security architecture documentation, standards, and policies.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to security and IT teams on secure design and implementation practices.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, having 4+ years of experience in Cybersecurity is required.

Minimum experience required of the position

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a cybersecurity architecture or leadership role.

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Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Experience working in highly regulated and complex environments, preferably in the energy, utilities, or critical infrastructure sectors.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.

• Experience with Zero Trust Architecture and secure cloud transformation initiatives.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the natural gas or energy sector.

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Any certificates, licenses, etc. preferred for the position

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

• AWS/Azure/OCI Security Certifications

• TOGAF or other enterprise architecture certifications

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Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.

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About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas service across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Once all announced transactions are complete, Delta Utilities will be a $1.7 billion organization representing 600,000 customers and among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and will acquire Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in summer 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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