ICS Network Architect (OT SME)

Accenture; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a professional to lead ICS/OT security engagements in critical infrastructure environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, expertise in cybersecurity tools, and the ability to present findings to executive staff. This position requires onsite work 2-3 days a week in Bethesda, MD, and offers a competitive salary range of $93,400—$176,200 USD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with OT capability.
• Experience with Cyber Physical System Tools like Nozomi or Dragos.
• Direct exposure and experience with Firewall management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute on ICS/OT security engagements.
• Help clients assess their security posture in OT environments.
• Provide security solutions for Critical Infrastructure.

Skills

OT capability

Cyber Physical System Tools

Firewall management

Report writing

Tools

Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)

Palo Alto Networks

Job description

Overview

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The Work

This is an exciting opportunity to lead, influence and execute on ICS/OT security engagements in critical infrastructure and/or mission critical utility industry environments. In this role, you will help clients assess their security posture and provide security solutions in OT environments such as Energy Management Systems (EMS), SCADA systems, and the latest grid modernization and renewable energy technologies supporting Federal Agencies.

Here\'s what you need

• 5+ years of experience with OT capability
• Experience with use and or implementation of Cyber Physical System Tools like Nozomi or Dragos
• Direct exposure and experience with Firewall management using tools like Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) or Palo Alto Networks
• Author detailed reports based on security assessments and recommendations with ability to present findings to non-technical executive staff
• Individual will work to help build out OT capability
• Must be willing to go onsite 2-3 days/week to Bethesda, MD

Eligibility Requirements

Us Citizen - Dual

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$93,400—$176,200 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

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