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Job Description Summary GE Vernova is seeking a Principal Cyber Risk Advisor, Cybersecurity M&A to lead cybersecurity due diligence and post-close execution across a global portfolio of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, joint ventures, minority investments, and other strategic transactions. This is a highly visible senior role responsible for representing cybersecurity across the full deal lifecycleu2014shaping strategy, identifying and quantifying risk, guiding Day 1 readiness, and driving integration and separation plans across both enterprise IT and OT/ICS environments. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise across core cyber domains and can translate complex technical findings into business impact, transaction implications, and executive decision support. This leader will work across GE Vernova businesses and functions to ensure transactions align with enterprise cybersecurity practices, standards, and risk expectations. The role also requires forward-thinking leadership in the use of AI-enabled capabilities to improve cybersecurity M&A processes, risk insights, and execution speed. Success in this role requires strong judgment, technical depth, executive communication skills, and the ability to operate with urgency and flexibility in a fast-moving deal environment. Job Description Essential Responsibilities u2022 Lead cybersecurity due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, joint ventures, minority investments, and other strategic transactions across GE Vernovau2019s global portfolio. u2022 Serve as a primary cybersecurity lead across the transaction lifecycle, from early-stage diligence and pre-sign assessments through closing, Day 1 readiness, and 30/60/100-day execution. u2022 Represent the Cyber function holistically in M&A activities, while assessing risks and ensuring alignment with GE Vernova cybersecurity standards, controls, playbooks, and strategic priorities, including: - Identity and access management (IAM) - Network security, segmentation, and zero trust - Cloud security - Application and infrastructure security - Endpoint security and EDR - Data protection and governance - Logging, monitoring, and security operations - Vulnerability and exposure management - Third-party cyber risk - Incident response - Business continuity and disaster recovery - OT/ICS cybersecurity and operational resilience u2022 Lead cyber diligence activities aligned to recognized frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, and NIST SP 800-82, while applying GE Vernova cybersecurity practices and expectations. u2022 Quantify cyber risk and remediation requirements and translate findings into business terms, including transaction risk, remediation investment, Day 1 requirements, TSA needs, and post-close priorities. u2022 Drive Day 1 cybersecurity readiness, including minimum control requirements, risk-based exceptions, interim safeguards, and stabilization planning. u2022 Build and execute 30/60/100-day cybersecurity integration or separation plans and support long-term roadmap development. u2022 Develop and maintain repeatable playbooks, templates, and standards for cyber diligence, integration, separation, and post-close execution. u2022 Lead safe, practical strategies for OT/ICS integration and separation, including segmentation, cyber resilience, and operational continuity considerations. u2022 Establish secure data-sharing, clean-room, and transaction confidentiality protocols in partnership with Legal, Privacy, and other stakeholders. u2022 Partner closely with Digital Technology M&A/PMO, Business Development, Legal, Privacy, Finance, Insurance, Sourcing, business leaders, and cybersecurity teams across GE Vernova. u2022 Lead and manage external cybersecurity advisors and service providers supporting diligence, testing, regulatory advisory, and execution activities. u2022 Prepare executive-ready cyber risk summaries, decision materials, and recommendations for senior stakeholders. u2022 Track and report key performance indicators related to diligence quality, execution speed, Day 1 readiness, TSA reduction, and post-close remediation progress. u2022 Help define and advance AI use cases for cybersecurity M&A, including opportunities to improve diligence efficiency, risk analysis, control mapping, remediation prioritization, and integration planning, in alignment with GE Vernova governance and responsible AI requirements. Required Qualifications u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited university or college, or equivalent experience. u2022 Significant cybersecurity experience, including leadership in M&A cybersecurity due diligence, integration, separation, or transaction-related cyber risk management. u2022 Strong technical depth across multiple cybersecurity domains in both enterprise IT as well as OT/ICS environment segmentation. u2022 Experience applying cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, and NIST SP 800-82. u2022 Demonstrated ability to assess and quantify cyber risk and translate technical findings into business and transaction impact. u2022 Experience working in complex, cross-functional, matrixed environments with senior stakeholders. u2022 Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations and decision support. u2022 Experience leading external partners, assessors, consultants, or managed service providers. u2022 Ability to operate with urgency, manage ambiguity, and adapt quickly to changing transaction priorities. u2022 Willingness and ability to travel 20u201330%, including international travel, based on business needs and deal activity. Preferred Qualifications u2022 10+ years of cybersecurity experience with significant depth in transaction-related work. u2022 Experience across both IT and OT/ICS cybersecurity, including industrial control environments, segmentation, and resilience. u2022 Familiarity with NERC CIP or other critical infrastructure regulatory expectations. u2022 Experience influencing transaction terms, TSA structures, Day 1 control requirements, and post-close remediation strategies. u2022 Experience in energy, power, renewables, grid, industrial, or other critical infrastructure sectors. u2022 Familiarity with clean-room operations, confidential data handling, and cross-border diligence requirements. u2022 Experience with cyber risk quantification methodologies aligned to cybersecurity playbooks and practices. u2022 Knowledge of AI, analytics, or automation applications in cybersecurity and the ability to help shape practical M&A use cases. u2022 Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, GICSP, CCSP, CCSK, or cloud security certifications. Characteristics for Success The successful candidate will bring: u2022 Deep technical credibility across cyber domains u2022 Strong business judgment and risk-based decision-making u2022 Executive presence and clear communication u2022 A highly collaborative, matrixed leadership style u2022 A practical, hands-on approach to solving complex problems u2022 Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities u2022 A mindset of urgency, flexibility, and continuous improvement Additional Information u2022 Location: Flexible U.S. location; hybrid or remote options may be considered based on candidate location and business needs. u2022 Travel: Approximately 20u201330% travel required, including domestic and international travel. u2022 Work environment: This role may require flexibility across time zones and transaction schedules. Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: No #LI-Remote - This is a remote position Application Deadline: April 29, 2026 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $156,100.00 and $260,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidateu2019s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 22, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, u201cGE Vernovau201d) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.