Operational Technology Security Engineer

Job Summary

Join Eliassen Group as an Operational Technology Security Engineer working remotely from Wyoming, Kent County, US. You will protect critical industrial and OT systems for a government client by designing, implementing and monitoring security controls aligned with DoD and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deploy security architectures for operational technology (OT) environments, including SCADA, PLCs and IoT devices.
• Implement and maintain defense‑in‑depth controls such as network segmentation, firewalls, intrusion detection, and secure remote access.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing on OT assets.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures and hardening guides that meet DoD STIGs and NIST 800‑53 requirements.
• Monitor security events using SIEM/OT‑specific tools, investigate incidents, and coordinate response actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and IT teams to integrate security into system design and lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance and training to stakeholders on OT security best practices.
• Document architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, and compliance evidence for audits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience securing industrial control systems or OT environments.
• Deep knowledge of DoD security standards (STIGs, RMF) and IEC 62443, NIST frameworks.
• Proficiency with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, zero‑trust networking, and OT‑specific monitoring tools.
• Experience performing vulnerability assessments, pen‑testing, and incident response in OT settings.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, GICSP‑OT, or CEH are strongly preferred.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $119,626.21 per year.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities to work on high‑impact government projects.
• Professional development support and certification reimbursement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the Operational Technology Security Engineer role is 100% remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in Wyoming, Kent County.

What security standards will I be working with?

You will design controls aligned with DoD STIGs, RMF, IEC 62443, and NIST 800‑53 frameworks.

What qualifications are required?

At least 5 years of OT security experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and preferably certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, or CEH.