Lead Engineer – Operational Technology Network Security
Core
Designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls for operational technology (OT) networks, industrial control systems, and distribution center environments to protect physical and intangible assets.
Role type
Lead Engineer – Operational Technology Network Security
Builds
Cybersecurity, network security, and cloud-integrated security solutions for OT environments.
Domain
Industrial cybersecurity, OT network security, and distribution center operations.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
OT network segmentation, Purdue Model architecture, industrial protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, SCADA, PLCs), threat modeling, vulnerability management, incident response, identity and access management for OT, compliance frameworks (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIST CSF), scripting (Python, PowerShell, SQL, KQL), SIEM/EDR/SOAR usage, firewall management (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point), OT security monitoring platforms (Armis, Nozomi, Claroty, Dragos).
Preferred skills
GICSP, GRID, ISA/IEC 62443 certification, CISM, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE.
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, Armis, Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos, Microsoft Defender for IoT, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point, Python, PowerShell, SQL, KQL, JavaScript, HTML/CSS.
Responsibilities
Lead design and implementation of security controls across OT networks and industrial systems; develop OT security policies and reference architectures; oversee SLAs for OT security services; partner with business and IT leaders to assess security risks and business impact; coordinate with infrastructure teams to ensure OT devices conform to security standards; provide security architecture guidance for network segmentation and remote access; monitor emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities in OT environments; respond to security alerts and participate in incident response exercises; analyze security metrics and KPIs for leadership review; provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers; support audits and compliance activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities.
