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Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$125,000 - $150,000
IT - Security
Washing, DC (Off-Site/Hybrid)
We are seeking a mid-tier cybersecurity professional (3–5 years experience) with a strong foundation in industrial control systems (ICS), building automation systems (BAS), and control system network architecture to support mission assurance through the planning and execution of cybersecurity assessments and mitigation strategies.
This role places heavy emphasis on OT-specific expertise, including ICS/BAS deployments, embedded infrastructure evaluations, and cybersecurity resilience testing within critical infrastructure and defense environments. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of operational awareness, cyber risk acumen, and stakeholder facilitation skills, supporting both technical assessment and scenario-based testing (e.g., wargames, ERRE/CRRE exercises).
Core Responsibilities
OT-Centric Cyber Assessments
Lead and oversee cybersecurity assessments across Mission Assurance, Energy/Cyber Resilience Readiness Exercises (ERRE/CRRE), and Defense Critical Infrastructure (DCI).
Conduct RMF-style evaluations of OT/ICS environments—especially in military, utility, and energy sectors.
Integrate tools like Nomi, Guardian, and Tenable OT Security into the assessment process, avoiding over-reliance on IT-centric platforms.
Mitigation & Resilience Strategy Development
Design actionable mitigation and recovery plans tailored for ICS, SCADA, and BAS technologies.
Align mitigation efforts with real-world operational limitations of OT assets (e.g., uptime requirements, vendor patch cycles).
Wargaming and Scenario Development
Develop OT cyber injects for exercises and tabletop scenarios, leveraging experience with Air Force or DoD wargaming environments.
Incorporate new platforms such as IDCS or Voltron into scenario planning where applicable, understanding these are emerging and few candidates may have direct experience.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
Facilitate workshops and engagements with engineers, facility managers, and mission owners—particularly those in the field.
Emphasize effective communication with federal clients (TVA, DoD installations) and ensure automation-supported field coordination is in place for remote site readiness.
Key Qualifications
Required Skills
3–5 years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity
Experience with control systems security and defensive cyber operations
RMF or equivalent cyber risk evaluation methodology
Familiarity with industrial systems vendors such as Rockwell Automation, Interstates, Hirschman, and EET Tech
Ability to design and deliver tabletop exercises, cyber injects, and assessment reports
Understanding of federal requirements and environments (DoD, Air Force)
Preferred Tools & Certifications
OT-focused tools: Nomi, Guardian, Claroty, Tenable OT, ThreatDetect
Industrial certifications (e.g., from Rockwell, Hirschman) or networking credentials (CCNA with ICS focus)
Working knowledge of digital twin modeling for ICS simulations
GICSP strongly preferred; CISSP or CISM secondary if paired with OT experience
Additional Role Considerations
Travel: Up to 25% (CONUS/OCONUS), especially for field assessments and client engagements
Clearance: TS/SCI preferred; Secret acceptable depending on client requirements
Work Location: Hybrid, with 2–3 days onsite at the Pentagon or equivalent federal site
Salary Range: $120,000–$160,000 depending on experience and certification portfolio
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This role places heavy emphasis on OT-specific expertise, including ICS/BAS deployments, embedded infrastructure evaluations, and cybersecurity resilience testing within critical infrastructure and defense environments. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of operational awareness, cyber risk acumen, and stakeholder facilitation skills, supporting both technical assessment and scenario-based testing (e.g., wargames, ERRE/CRRE exercises).
Core Responsibilities
OT-Centric Cyber Assessments
Lead and oversee cybersecurity assessments across Mission Assurance, Energy/Cyber Resilience Readiness Exercises (ERRE/CRRE), and Defense Critical Infrastructure (DCI).
Conduct RMF-style evaluations of OT/ICS environments—especially in military, utility, and energy sectors.
Integrate tools like Nomi, Guardian, and Tenable OT Security into the assessment process, avoiding over-reliance on IT-centric platforms.
Mitigation & Resilience Strategy Development
Design actionable mitigation and recovery plans tailored for ICS, SCADA, and BAS technologies.
Align mitigation efforts with real-world operational limitations of OT assets (e.g., uptime requirements, vendor patch cycles).
Wargaming and Scenario Development
Develop OT cyber injects for exercises and tabletop scenarios, leveraging experience with Air Force or DoD wargaming environments.
Incorporate new platforms such as IDCS or Voltron into scenario planning where applicable, understanding these are emerging and few candidates may have direct experience.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
Facilitate workshops and engagements with engineers, facility managers, and mission owners—particularly those in the field.
Emphasize effective communication with federal clients (TVA, DoD installations) and ensure automation-supported field coordination is in place for remote site readiness.
Key Qualifications
Required Skills
3–5 years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity
Experience with control systems security and defensive cyber operations
RMF or equivalent cyber risk evaluation methodology
Familiarity with industrial systems vendors such as Rockwell Automation, Interstates, Hirschman, and EET Tech
Ability to design and deliver tabletop exercises, cyber injects, and assessment reports
Understanding of federal requirements and environments (DoD, Air Force)
Preferred Tools & Certifications
OT-focused tools: Nomi, Guardian, Claroty, Tenable OT, ThreatDetect
Industrial certifications (e.g., from Rockwell, Hirschman) or networking credentials (CCNA with ICS focus)
Working knowledge of digital twin modeling for ICS simulations
GICSP strongly preferred; CISSP or CISM secondary if paired with OT experience
Additional Role Considerations
Travel: Up to 25% (CONUS/OCONUS), especially for field assessments and client engagements
Clearance: TS/SCI preferred; Secret acceptable depending on client requirements
Work Location: Hybrid, with 2–3 days onsite at the Pentagon or equivalent federal site
Salary Range: $120,000–$160,000 depending on experience and certification portfolio
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