Industrial Cybersecurity Consultant

Job Summary
Randstad Digital is seeking an Industrial CyberSecurity Consultant for an exciting long term consulting opportunity in Virginia. This role will involve 80%-100% travel to various client locations in Virginia.

The Cybersecurity Consultant will independently execute significant portions of projects addressing Information Technology (IT) and Industrial Control System security. The Cybersecurity Consultant supports the execution of projects consisting of network penetration testing, web application security testing, cybersecurity vulnerability assessments, secure system design and integration, and/or development of cybersecurity programs at client sites across the U.S and Canada utilizing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other industry or data specific compliance frameworks and regulations. Execute the planning, design, development and implementation of technical controls, procedures and policy associated with cybersecurity compliance and/or regulatory standards.

Maintain highest level of integrity, protecting the confidentiality and security of all client and project information.

Identify and diagnose operational issues and implement design alterations to address these issues.

Conduct network penetration tests and vulnerability assessments of IT and Operational Technology (OT) networks, for both compliance and security purposes.

Perform detailed, post event analysis of unusual events, and direct needed procedure or process changes in response.

Pursue, obtain, and maintain industry recognized IT certifications related to cybersecurity such as ethical hacking, network engineering, Industrial Control System (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), risk management, and others as necessary.

Resolve technical issues, analyze implications to the client's business, and be able to communicate them with applicable stakeholders within the business.

Develop policies & procedures for secure process control network design, technical and design recommendations for the implementation of firewalls and other network security and compliance controls.

Compiles technical documentation of network traffic as well as firewall services/solutions including explanations and diagrams.

Work collaboratively with other groups and divisions inside Burns & McDonnell.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

location: Telecommute

job type: Contract

salary: $ per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Execute the planning, design, development and implementation of technical controls, procedures and policy associated with cybersecurity compliance and/or regulatory standards.
• Maintain highest level of integrity, protecting the confidentiality and security of all client and project information.
• Identify and diagnose operational issues and implement design alterations to address these issues.
• Conduct network penetration tests and vulnerability assessments of IT and Operational Technology (OT) networks, for both compliance and security purposes.
• Perform detailed, post event analysis of unusual events, and direct needed procedure or process changes in response.
• Pursue, obtain, and maintain industry recognized IT certifications related to cybersecurity such as ethical hacking, network engineering, Industrial Control System (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), risk management, and others as necessary.
• Resolve technical issues, analyze implications to the client's business, and be able to communicate them with applicable stakeholders within the business.
• Develop policies & procedures for secure process control network design, technical and design recommendations for the implementation of firewalls and other network security and compliance controls.
• Compiles technical documentation of network traffic as well as firewall services/solutions including explanations and diagrams.
• Work collaboratively with other groups and divisions inside
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications
Bachelor Degree Bachelor Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field and min 3 years of related/relevant experience is Required (MUST show on resume).

Advanced knowledge of security principles and firm knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, as well as industry-recognized certifications.

Experience with cybersecurity vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and the tools/techniques involved in both.

Experience in the capabilities and/or configuration of cybersecurity controls, specifically those relating to firewalls, access control, authentication, anti-virus/anti-malware, patching, and logging.

Advanced knowledge of control systems utilized by utilities, manufacturing, oil and gas, transportation, smart buildings, and cities.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Ability to operate under pressure and under tight deadlines, to operate in on-site industrial, corporate, and government work.

Demonstrate capability to make sound decisions based on good security practices and principles.

Demonstrate an understanding of business principles and operational security practices specific to engineering and/or security consulting.

Knowledge and/or experience with corporate policies and procedures.

Strong technical writing skills. Knowledge and experience with modern and legacy computer networking and telecommunications.

Experience with physical cabling for network communications and control system Input/Output.

Ability to obtain and maintain access to current and future client sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.