Information Security Specialist – Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems

Port of Seattle; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid vacation

Pension/retirement plans

Hybrid work options

Job summary

The Port of Seattle is seeking an Information Security Specialist - OT/ICS to design, govern, and implement cybersecurity for its Operational Technology environments. You will translate guidance into actionable requirements and collaborate with support teams to secure OT/ICS systems.

You will lead risk assessments, track threats, support audits, and coordinate incident response, ensuring alignment with security architecture and enterprise goals.

Qualifications

• 5 years of information security and OT/ICS experience.
• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications listed (Security+, Network+, CSSA) preferred.
• Commitment to equity and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement and govern cybersecurity for OT/ICS environments and guide security design.
• Translate guidance into actionable OT/ICS security requirements for support teams.
• Oversee risk management and validate compliance with architectures and baselines.
• Track OT threats, vulnerabilities, and recommend control changes.
• Coordinate OT incident response, containment, and remediation actions.
• Support regulatory, audit, and evidence documentation activities.
• Review scans and findings, prioritize remediation with operations impact.
• Identify security gaps in OT network zoning and plan remediations.
• Provide security consultation to OT projects ensuring enterprise alignment.

Skills

OT/ICS security

Information security

Analytical

Organized

Collaborator

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity / IT / engineering

Certifications: Security+, Network+, CSSA

Job description

Some of what you'll be doing:

As the Information Security Specialist - Operational Technology and Industrial Control System, you will implement and govern the cybersecurity framework for Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) environments. You will establish oversight mechanisms that guide how OT systems are designed, secured, monitored, and operated at the Port, while partnering closely with support teams who implement and maintain those systems.

• You will set design and operating specifications by translating information security architectural guidance and standards into actionable OT/ICS security requirements and implementation checklists for system support teams.

• You will oversee risk management by validating that OT systems and networks are implemented and operating in accordance with approved security architectures, standards, and baselines.

• You will track emerging OT/ICS threats and vulnerabilities and recommend required control or configuration changes.

• You will perform and coordinate OT-focused risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and compliance reviews.

• You will support regulatory, audit, and compliance activities by providing control evidence and risk documentation.

• You will review vulnerability scan results and audit findings, prioritize remediation based on operational and safety impact, and track remediation to closure with system support teams.

• You will lead the cybersecurity coordination during OT incidents including direct containment and isolation actions, coordinate with system support team for system-level changes, patching, or restoration, and ensure evidence collection and documentation.

• You will identify systemic security gaps in OT network zoning, segmentation, and trust boundaries and bring forward remediation plans aligned to architect guidance.

• You will provide security consultation to OT projects and changes, ensuring alignment with enterprise security architecture before implementation.

Who you are:

• Experienced - You have five (5) years of experience in information security, operational technology, industrial control systems, IT infrastructure, network administration, IT/security systems administration and/or engineering information technology.

• Desired - We hope you have a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, engineering, industrial technology, or information systems. We also hope you have the following certifications: CompTIA Security (Cybersecurity Certification), CompTIA Network (Networking Certification) and/or Certified SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Security Architect - CSSA.

• Committed to Equity - You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.

• Analytical - You can review system designs, access paths, network diagrams, asset information, and technical configurations to identify security concerns.

• Organized - You can create and maintain clear records of systems, dependencies, network paths, access methods, risks, exceptions, and remediation actions.

• Collaborator - You can translate security concerns into plain language and work constructively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Problem Solver - You can support investigations involving OT/ICS alerts, access concerns, suspicious activity, vendor connections, or system behavior changes.

What else you need to know:

• Work Schedule - Your normal work schedule will be Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work during emergencies/off shift hours to address any issues that could adversely impact Port operations.

• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management's discretion.

• Washington State Residency Requirement - Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.

• Security Requirements - As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance. You will also be required to obtain a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Customs Seal within 30 days of hire. In this role, you will be required to access Port of Seattle Police Department equipment, office locations, systems and/or vehicles. In compliance with Federal and State laws as the successful candidate, you will be required to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) criminal history background check.

Why you'll love it here:

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port's mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle's website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the " Collective Bargaining Agreement " or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare - Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.

• Paid Vacation - Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.

• Paid Sick Leave - At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

• Holidays - More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.

• Pension/Retirement Plans - A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.

• Getting to Work - From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.

• Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.

• Development - From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.

• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees - regardless of race, gender, and other identities - succeed and reach their fullest potential.

• Work-Life Balance - We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.

• Mission Driven - We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Why the Port of Seattle:

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors - throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership - the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.

Location:

Downtown Seattle

Organization:

Information Security

Employee Status:

Regular

Schedule:

Full-time

Posting Expires:

Nov 8, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Minimum Salary:

143,338.00

Midpoint Salary:

193,930.00

Req ID:

004340

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