Sean Bayless Email & Phone Number

Englewood, Colorado, United States

Cyber systems engineer for Binary Armor® SCADA and Operational Technology applications, with a focus on Utility and Critical Infrastructure programs. Leads the partnership with Idaho National Laboratory (INL) to implement their patent-pending Constrained Communication Cyber Device (C3D) onto SNC's Binary Armor platform.

• Held lead engineer role and developed resourceful solutions for multiple digital projects, upgrading outdated plant systems. Established technical and process-based cybersecurity controls, adhering to regulatory.
• Developed, tested, implemented and maintained ownership of site cybersecurity centralized monitoring system; strengthened plant and control monitoring capability, minimizing risk.
• Headed cybersecurity incident response drill project, leading teams from security, operations and emergency planning to test real-life events.
• Audited cybersecurity protocols and engaged with federal regulator during inspections.

• Managed digital projects focused on upgrading and maintaining plant systems, ensuring stability and decreasing risks. Supported team through independent project reviews assessing modifications to confirm adherence to.
• Transitioned to project manager and managed third-party contractors, ensuring 100% completion within budget and by schedule.
• Supported cyber security team on modifications, expanding organizational resources.

• Partnered with team and established digital modifications group, created and implemented equipment modifications. Participated on several digital design projects providing direction and insight into stated outcomes.
• Consistently strengthened skillset by gaining knowledge on plant resources, including larger modifications and regulatory screenings; led to promotion.
• Proactively sought electromagnetic compatibility and human factors engineering training to support digital design teams.

• Supported plant engineering teams by achieving qualifications on smaller processes, including engineering document changes and modifications. Gained knowledge on full plant operations and interdepartmental.
• Actively sought instruction and participated in rotational programs to understand plant operations, leading to additional responsibilities and promotion.