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Sr. Manufacturing & Field OT Security Engineer, North America Gigafactories

Tesla Motors, Inc.
140,000 - 300,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Feb 05, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a Senior Manufacturing & Field OT Security Engineer to help lead and execute OT security across North America Gigafactories, production programs, warehouses, service centers, and facilities OT networks. This role is central to securing Tesla's most advanced manufacturing environments, including Optimus robotics production, Cybercab lines, and Semi manufacturing. At Tesla, we secure the machine that builds the machine. This engineer will work hands-on inside factories and operational environments, partnering with manufacturing, controls engineering, IT Manufacturing, facilities, and InfoSec teams to drive measurable risk reduction without impacting production. This role spans robotics, ICS, OT networks, and secure remote access, supporting both mature factories and rapidly evolving programs. The ideal candidate is execution focused, comfortable in live production environments, and capable of translating security requirements into practical, scalable solutions across diverse operational footprints. What You'll Do Execute OT security assessments and remediation across: Gigafactory manufacturing lines, Optimus robotics production environments, Cybercab and Semi production systems, Warehouses, service centers, and facilities OT networks Drive vulnerability management, patching, and firmware updates for KUKA, FANUC, Siemens, Beckhoff, and Rockwell platforms, aligned with operational constraints. Utilize Claroty for: Passive asset discovery and monitoring.Active querying and validation (where approved). Vulnerability identification and remediation tracking. Detection of anomalies and visibility gaps Support secure remote access architectures for vendors, engineers, and support teams, ensuring controlled, auditable access to OT systems Partner with Control Engineering and IT Manufacturing teams to harden: PLCs, HMIs, robot controllers, industrial networks and supporting infrastructure Contribute to robotic security hardening initiatives, including credential management, firmware baselines, USB controls, and controller lockdown strategies Support incident response and threat investigations impacting manufacturing, robotics, and OT environments Enable secure onboarding of new lines, tooling, vendors, and facilities, including early security input for new production programs Help define and operationalize global OT security standards, playbooks, and best practices across factories and field environments Support backup, resilience, and recovery initiatives for critical manufacturing and OT systems What You'll Bring 4+ years of experience in OT, ICS, SCADA, or Manufacturing Security environments Hands-on experience securing industrial robotics, especially KUKA and FANUC controllers Strong working knowledge of Siemens, Beckhoff, and Rockwell PLC platforms in production settings Practical experience with Claroty or similar OT security platforms, including passive monitoring and active validation techniques Familiarity with OT protocols such as Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and industrial network segmentation Experience implementing or supporting secure remote access solutions for OT environments Proven experience with patching, firmware management, and vulnerability remediation in live manufacturing systems Familiarity with SIEM integration and security telemetry (Splunk preferred) Relevant security certifications (Security+, CISSP, CEH, SANS) are a plus; real-world factory experience is highly valued Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation $140,000 - $300,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.