Industrial OT Cybersecurity Specialist

Talos Engineering, Inc.; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talos Engineering, Inc. is seeking an OT Cybersecurity Specialist to evaluate OT security within industrial control systems and identify vulnerabilities, proposing mitigations to reduce business risk.

The role includes conducting security reviews of Talos projects, delivering recommendations, and training technical staff on best practices; involvement with internal cybersecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, Engineering Technology, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Relevant experience in the cybersecurity field.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate OT cybersecurity and analyze industrial control systems to identify vulnerabilities (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, HMIs).
• Review Talos projects for security best practices and propose mitigations.
• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations detailing findings and recommendations.
• Assist Talos IT staff in improving cybersecurity posture and implementing corrective actions.

Skills

OT cybersecurity

Industrial control systems security

Cybersecurity reporting

Education

Information Technology / Computer Science / Engineering Technology degree

Job description

Talos Engineering, Inc. is seeking an OT Cybersecurity Specialist to evaluate OT security within industrial control systems and identify vulnerabilities, proposing mitigations to reduce business risk.

The role includes conducting security reviews of Talos projects, delivering recommendations, and training technical staff on best practices; involvement with internal cybersecurity initiatives.