Cybersecurity Consultant

Stantec; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an entry level cybersecurity consultant to support OT system design, documentation, and compliance reviews for DoD-influenced projects. You will help deliver secure, resilient designs and assist in RMF/IA control implementation during construction.

The role involves BIM modeling support, on-site reviews, and collaboration with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to embed cyber requirements into proposals and drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or equivalent) in Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Familiarity with FRCS including building and utility control systems.
• Knowledge of UFC 4-010-06, UFGS 25 05 11, and RMF frameworks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity design criteria aligned with NIST, DoD, and DoD UFC/UFGS standards.
• Participate in pre-coordination meetings and technical clarifications with stakeholders.
• Ensure design documentation aligns with contract requirements and RMF/IA controls.
• Support cybersecurity submittal reviews including shop drawings and system specs.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers to integrate cyber requirements into design and proposals.

Skills

NIST standards

DoD standards

RMF IA controls

DoD UFC/UFGS

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Revit

CAD

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking an entry level cybersecurity consultant to support the design, documentation, and compliance review of operational technology (OT) systems for various design projects, including those governed by DoD specifications. This role plays a critical part in delivering secure, resilient designs that meet stringent cybersecurity requirements.

Stantec is a multidisciplinary design, architecture, and engineering firm with staff across the U.S. and internationally. We work on technically complex, mission-driven projects that directly impact corporate security, national security, public infrastructure, and defense operations.

Your Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity and DoD-Focused Design

• Develop cybersecurity design criteria and specifications aligned with NIST, DoD, and DoD UFC/UFGS standards.
• Participate in pre-coordination meetings, and technical clarifications with stakeholders and contracting officers.
• Ensure design documentation aligns with contract requirements, control system cybersecurity guidance, and RMF/IA controls.
• Support cybersecurity-related submittal reviews including cybersecurity sections of shop drawings, cut sheets, and system specifications.

Technical Design and Documentation

• Prepare cybersecurity design and construction documents for facility-related control systems.
• Support the development of contract drawings and Division 01/25/27/28 specifications for secure and unsecure network environments.
• Contribute to cyber-informed risk assessments, threat modeling, and specification authoring.
• Define, evaluate, and apply NIST security control requirements.

BIM and Modeling

• Utilize design and modeling tools such as Revit, CAD, and Bluebeam Revu to design secure network environments.

Construction Administration

• Conduct on-site inspections, surveys, and cybersecurity-specific submittal review.
• Manage RFIs and submittals with attention to cybersecurity system compliance.
• Evaluate documentation for compliance with cybersecurity governance including Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, Facility-Related Control Systems Risk Management Framework and others to meet project cybersecurity goals.

Coordination and Communication

• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure cyber-related requirements are fully integrated into design and/or proposal documentation.
• Draft and maintain detailed cybersecurity narratives and compliance documentation.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Technical Experience

• Familiarity with facility-related control systems (FRCS) including building control systems (BCS), utility control systems (UCS).
• Familiarity with network and telecom design, secure equipment rooms, cabling pathways, and control system cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience in DoD project environments, with working knowledge of UFC 4-010-06, UFGS 25 05 11, and RMF frameworks preferred.

Cybersecurity Preferred Certifications

• GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)

Additional Preferred Certifications

• BICSI RCDD
• DoD IAM Level II or III certification equivalents

Other Requirements

• Familiarity with government contracting processes (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build).
• Willingness to travel (<5%) for site surveys and team coordination meetings.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree (or equivalent) in Engineering Technology, OR
• Minimum of 3+years of relevant cybersecurity-related experience.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, CT, NJ, VA Areas-$80,500.00 - $116,700.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States | IL | Chicago

Organization: 2805 Buildings-US Central & South BSS-Chicago IL

Employee Status: Regular

Management Level: Individual contributor

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 27/10/2026 06:10:30

Req ID: 1008523

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.