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Brent Cauthen, CCNP

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Manager, IT Mine Support & OT Security - US at Peabody Energy
📍 Evansville, Indiana, United States

Brent Cauthen is the Manager of IT Mine Support & OT Security for Peabody Energy, where he specializes in bridging IT and OT environments. An experienced technology leader with a CCNP certification, he ensures the reliability and security of infrastructure across multiple mining operations, previously achieving 99% network uptime.

Outside of work, Brent shows an appreciation for aesthetics, having shared his interest in acquiring new pieces of wall art. He is also focused on building a strong team, frequently posting about new hiring opportunities and highlighting the quality of his work environment.

In a previous role, he was recognized by LG Ericsson as their first-ever "Best Engineer in the Nation" in 2013.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Manager, IT Mine Support & OT Security - US
Job Level
Middle
Location
Evansville, Indiana, United States
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IT/OT Convergence
His role is centered on bridging the gap between IT and operational technology to drive secure, reliable connectivity in mining environments.
Industrial Cybersecurity
Manages OT security for US mining operations and supports initiatives like Fortinet SD-WAN migration to protect critical infrastructure.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Manager, IT Mine Support & OT Security - US
Peabody Energy
1-2021 - 7-2022
Engineer Cloud & OT Cyber Security
Peabody Energy
1-2020 - 1-2021
Supervisor Engineer IT/OT Network – US
Peabody Energy
6-2009 - 11-2013
Senior VoIP Engineer/ Network Engineer
Business Communications Solutions
2-2007 - 12-2008
Construction Project Manager
Shoe Carnival
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Education
2015 - 2019
Bachelor’s Degree
Western Governors University
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