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We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.\n\nWe’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.\nThe Solution Architect, Cyber Security leads our cybersecurity strategy and ensures the protection of our digital assets and brand. This senior-level role focuses on building a robust cybersecurity framework using a risk-based approach. The role will guide decisions on investments, technology implementation, and prioritize security efforts to safeguard the company’s operations, while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.\n\nJob Responsibilities\nDevelop and implement a comprehensive IT/OT cybersecurity architecture that is defensible to protect critical on premise or cloud-based infrastructure and data.\nLead the evaluation and selection of security tools, systems, controls, and practices based on risk assessments.\nLead Technical Risk Assessments and Vendor Risk Assessment in providing qualitative and quantitative analysis.\nProvide expert guidance on cyber security risk management, categorizing areas of vulnerabilities into programmatic delivery verticals.\nInterpret and stay up-to-date on regulations impacting the midstream energy sector (e.g., FERC, NERC-CIP) and translate these into actionable activities to ensure compliance and security.\nCollaborate with other Solution Architect functions to ensure cybersecurity designs are pragmatic, efficient, and aligned with the company's overall business core strategy.\nDrive strategic investments in security technologies and initiatives by evaluating the return on security investment through a risk-focused lens.\nPrioritize cybersecurity projects and initiatives based on risk levels, impact, and resources available.\nExpert understanding of architectural technology hardening and emerging threats.\nProven experience in M&A and architectural integration(s).\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Experience Required\n+ 10 years proven experience in IT/OT cybersecurity architecture, risk management, and defense architecture strategy development within large or complex organization(s).\nExpert understanding of cybersecurity and architecture frameworks (NIST, ISO, FERC, IEC, TOGAF, etc.), risk management methodologies, including regulatory requirements in the midstream energy sector.\nRelevant industry certifications such as TOGAF, ISSAP, GDSA, GIAC GRID, and SAFe Architect are preferred Credentials.\nDeep knowledge of cloud security products as part of a cloud strategy.\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to both technical and business stakeholders.\nExpert knowledge of on-prem and cloud Directory Services, SSO, SAML, and MFA.\nAbility to effectively collaborate across teams and ensure cybersecurity initiatives align with overall business and technology goals.\nPerform security architecture design stage gate reviews and document the architectural topology for risk evaluation.\nStrong ability to navigate complexity under adverse situations and promote a unified approach to defensible architecture that meets business requirements.\nGovernment intelligence clearance or previous experience working in a secure, classified environment(s).\nundefined\n\nRequirements:\nCleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks\nCompliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.\nThis position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment\n#Plains\nAt Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.\n\nWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting .\n\nSalary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. \n\nBy submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process. 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