Senior Security Engineer, Operational Technology- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

Description

GuidePoint Security is looking for highly skilled OT security professionals for upcoming commercial projects. GuidePoint Security’s OT service offerings are perpetually evolving in response to emerging threats and diverse client needs. We are growing and are looking to hire a Senior OT Security Engineer with an in-depth understanding of securing Operational Technology (OT). Knowledge of OT, ICS, SCADA, IIoT, network architecture, and industrial cybersecurity design is required.

Role Requirements

• Deliver OT security engineering services, including, but not limited to: deployment of OT security tools, health-checks of existing OT security tools, working with clients and vendors to make configuration changes as needed to OT solutions, and OT security architecture assessments
• Author comprehensive services deliverables that are proficiently tailored to both technical and managerial audiences, and fully detail the technical execution, core deficiencies, business impact, and realistic remediation strategies
• Perpetually strengthen relevant skills, knowledge, and abilities to stay at the forefront of the OT security industry
• Foster strong client relationships and represent GuidePoint well by providing interactive and collaborative support, information, and guidance to ensure delivery of maximum value
• Maintain a strong desire to learn, adapt, and improve along with a rapidly-growing company
• Collaborate with a wide range of departments to improve our OT service offerings to align with the SANS Five ICS Critical Control

Education, Credentials, and Experience

• Knowledge of the Purdue Model Framework and PERA architecture
• Minimum of five-seven (5-7) years of experience performing security services related to OT
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience architecting, designing, deploying, or using OT Security tools, such as Claroty, Dragos, Forescout, Nozomi, Tenable OT, or others; vendor certifications for deployment a plus
• Over seven+ (7+) combined years of OT network architecture and security design experience is strongly preferred
• Operational Technology Penetration Testing (OTPT) experience is preferred
• SANS Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) or GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID) certification is preferred
• Knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, SANS ICS Critical Controls, TSA Directives, and other OT best practice security frameworks is preferred

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

While it may not be feasible to satisfy every desired attribute listed below perfectly, the OT Security Consultant is expected to possess the vast majority of these attributes:

• Able to be lead engineer as technical oversight
• Able to assist in OT project scoping and pre-sales activities as needed
• May need occasional assistance from a senior team member during report review meetings when describing more complex scenarios
• Writes strong reports that typically require only minor re-writing/edits before delivery to clients
• Performs tasks in a timely manner (e.g., timesheets, reports, weekly status reports) and can communicate issues efficiently if any arise
• Ability to speak at conferences and author Whitepapers/Case Studies as needed
• Ability to handle tricky client/project situations with assistance from senior team member
• Strong knowledge of OT related attacks, tactics, and techniques

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.  

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option