MC Cybersecurity Advisor

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AECOM is seeking an MC Cybersecurity Advisor to be based in our Arlington, VA office. This position will be an integral part of the OT Cybersecurity Team. 

• Under direct supervision, provides analysis on projects. Executes work plans and task definition, participates in data collection.
• Participates in development of solutions to client problems with a focus on financial analysis and capital investment under the guidance of a more senior manager.
• Assigned as a consultant to a wide variety of areas.
• Provide network and system specification documentation deliverables to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities and the security controls necessary to mitigate the vulnerabilities to an acceptable level of risk through application of risk management framework concepts.
• Manage task deliverables, quality and budgets for multiple ongoing projects.
• Participate in project meetings and provide specification deliverables in coordination with designers, architects, and engineers.
• Participate in control systems master planning efforts.
• Participate in construction administration services, including contractor submittal review.
• Lead OT network assessment and master planning tasks, including network mapping and asset inventories.
• Serve as a OT Cybersecurity resource for engineering project teams servicing critical infrastructure. This capability requires expertise in OT design, development, and deployment.
• Participate in pre-project system/network cybersecurity risk assessment.
• Development of tools, processes, procedures, and guidelines to support the development of growth within the Cybersecurity discipline.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field similar to the following: Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, and Computer Engineering.
• CISSP and/or Security +.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in OT solutions design, development, deployment, and commissioning.
• OT network design experience and familiarity with DoD UFC and NIST RMF.
• SCADA, PLC Programming, HMI, Operator Interface Terminals.
• Experience working in critical infrastructure (Federal/DoD, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Water/Wastewater, Power Generation, etc.).
• Experience in network design and system configuration to include firewalls, ports, protocols, VLANs, VMs, and route configuration.
• Control Systems experience to include protocols.
• Multiple control system types (PLC based, DCS, BMS).
• Cybersecurity Standards experience (ISA 62443, DoD RMF, ISO, NERC/FERC, etc.).
• IAM/IAT Level certifications (CISSP, CySA, Security+) equivalent.
• MS Word / Excel / Visio skills for project documentation and detailed network design (example work may be requested subject to confidentiality).
• Strong team player with excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ambition to learn and willingness to improvise/compromise based on client/project resources, limitations, and capabilities.
• Maintain a working knowledge of secure networking standards to include NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, ISA-62443, UFC , and others as required by the client.

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at  

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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