Job Location : Auburn,AL, USA
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Position Information
Requisition Number
Requisition Number S4542P
Home Org Name
Home Org Name Charles D. McCrary Institute at AU
Division Name
Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
Position Title
Position Title Program Director, Southeast Region Cybersecurity Collaboration Center
Job Class Code
Job Class Code JA23
Appointment Status
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
Limited Term Yes
Job Summary
The Charles D. McCrary Institute is accepting applications for a Program Director of the Southeast Region Cybersecurity Collaboration Center (SERC3). This position will lead one of the nation's premier applied research and testbed environments for operational technology (OT) cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. Ensures the driving of the strategic vision, growth, and operational excellence of SERC3, with a focus on defending America's industrial control systems and energy delivery systems against emerging cyber threats. Leads and oversee research initiatives focused on securing operational technology (OT) systems across various industries. Manages a team of researchers who develop innovative cybersecurity solutions and collaborate with industry partners and government agencies to enhance the security and resilience of OT systems. Manages and maintains a cybersecurity collaborative ecosystem and developing, building, and operating a new OT and cybersecurity research operations center at the Auburn Research Park that includes faculty, students, and contractors are additional duties.
SERC3 is a formal partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory ( ORNL ) and operates in close collaboration with the Electric Power Research Institute ( EPRI ) and other national laboratories to deliver joint applied research and testbed activities.
The Program Director will engage directly with a national industry advisory board composed of cybersecurity leaders from Southern Company, NextEra, Berkshire Hathaway Energy, TVA , PowerSouth, Energy Southeast, EPB Chattanooga, and Commonwealth LNG .
SERC3 is structured to deliver real-world cybersecurity solutions and deployable tools to support national infrastructure defense.
Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field.10 years of Experience in operational technology, critical infrastructure, power systems, and cybersecurity experience. Proven track record of leading technical and multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale, complex research and operational projects.Experience in the energy and water sectors is highly desirable. Demonstrated success in securing external funding and building public-private partnerships.OrMaster's Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field.8 years of Experience in operational technology, critical infrastructure, power systems, and cybersecurity experience. Proven track record of leading technical and multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale, complex research and operational projects. Experience in the energy and water sectors is highly desirable. Demonstrated success in securing external funding and building public-private partnerships.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of generally accepted information/cybersecurity principles and practices with the ability to apply that knowledge to perform complex and non-routine specialized OT security analysis functions.Ability to remain up to date with privacy and security regulations.Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Strong communication and presentation skills.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Salary Range
Salary Range Unclassified
Job Category
Job Category Information Systems/Technology
City position is located in:
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located:
State position is located: Alabama
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Posting Date
Posting Date 06/26/2025
Closing Date
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