Cyber Security Architect/Engineer

DigiTran Technologies Inc.; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology firm in the cybersecurity sector is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Architect/Engineer III in Merrifield, VA. This role involves implementing cybersecurity strategies for operational technology assets and developing a proprietary database system. Candidates should have over 8 years of OT security experience and be adept with tools like Forescout and Splunk. Relevant certifications are preferred, and the position is contract-based requiring on-site support.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of OT security experience in a large enterprise IT environment.
• Strong knowledge of asset visibility solutions for OT hardware and software asset management.
• Experience with Forescout CounterAct (administrator) and certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement cybersecurity strategies for OT assets and applications.
• Develop and manage a database system for asset details.
• Support enterprise IT environments with OT security.

Skills

OT security experience

Asset visibility solutions

Forescout CounterAct

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Forescout

Splunk

Armis Centrix

Job description

Overview

Job Title: IT - Cyber Security Architect/Engineer III

Operational Technology (OT) Asset Visibility and Security Engineer and Database Developer (On-site support required at Merrifield, VA).

Responsibilities

• Implement cybersecurity strategies protecting the digital network, connected OT assets, hosted applications and data, and employees within the OT environment supporting critical and package handling systems.
• Develop and curate a proprietary database system managing asset details of proprietary systems leveraged by automation for identifying assets observed within the environment.
• Support large enterprise IT environments with OT security experience, including asset visibility solutions and OT hardware/software asset management security efforts.
• Contribute to network access control, USB device control, vulnerability management, and security event investigation support.
• Documented enterprise-based experience as a Forescout CounterAct administrator and Forescout Engineering certification.
• Design, implement, and maintain proprietary database instances and leverage them for automation purposes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of OT security experience in a large enterprise IT environment.
• Strong knowledge of asset visibility solutions for OT hardware and software asset management.
• Experience with Forescout CounterAct (administrator) and Forescout Engineering certification.
• Experience with tools such as Forescout, Armis Centrix, and Splunk; knowledge of Windows and Linux system administration; database design and implementation.
• Communication skills (oral and written), ability to interpret flowcharts, and ability to build & maintain schedules and step-by-step action plans.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to positively influence peers and stakeholders.
• Relevant technical certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC, RHCE, CPTE, or CEH.

Experience

• A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years of relevant experience.
• A degree from an accredited college/university in a related field; if not, four additional years of related experience may be required.
• Typically performs all functional duties independently.

Education

• Accredited degree in computer science, information systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology, Design, and Engineering
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Information Services, Technology, Information and Media