IT Consultant - Security Engineering

PSG Global Solutions; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider in The Woodlands, Texas, is looking for an experienced Cyber Security Expert. The role requires a strong background in integrating security technologies and developing compliance standards for the electric utility industry. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience with a focus on Smart Grid, SCADA, and industrial control systems. This position combines technical expertise with leadership in advancing security architectures.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of I.T. experience with 7 years in Cyber Security.
• 5 years experience in the electric utility industry.
• Expert in security systems and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of security tools.
• Lead development of security architecture.
• Oversee incident response processes.

Skills

Cyber Security leadership

Integration of security technologies

Advanced knowledge of encryption algorithms

Knowledge of SCADA systems

Understanding of utility security standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

SIEM

Anti-Virus

DLP

Job description

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Job Description

Primary Duties and Areas of Responsibility

• Support the deployment of security tools such as SIEM, IPS, physical security monitoring, etc
• Leading and developing Smart Grid, SCADA, EMS, and DCS cyber security architecture and developing baselines, as well as monitoring, analyzing and producing reports and presentations based on data from multiple sources
• Advanced support and leadership of complex applications and projects that require the integration of multiple security technologies (network, operating system, encryption, application, etc.) for Smart Grid, SCADA, EMS, and DCS environments
• Advanced knowledge of security compliance policy, programs, processes, and metrics pertaining to NERC, FERC, NIST, and Smart Grid
• Responsible for planning and designing processes for Smart Grid cyber security monitoring, incident detection, and incident response

Qualifications

• Minimum Educational Background: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other I.T. related discipline from an accredited institution
• A minimum of eight (8) years of related I.T. experience which must include at least seven (7) years of practical technical experience within a Cyber Security role and at least five (5) years of utility related or direct electric utility industry experience
• Advanced working knowledge of Smart Grid, SCADA, EMS, and DCS, and advanced metering system (AMI, AMR) infrastructure and security architectures
• Advanced working knowledge with encryption algorithms, secure communications, radio frequency technologies, and embedded systems security
• Expert knowledge of major security systems: Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Anti-Virus, SIEM, and DLP
• Advanced working knowledge with control system communication protocols including DNP3 and MODBUS
• Advanced working knowledge of industrial control systems and real-time monitoring applications including SCADA, AMI, DCS, PLCs, and RTUs
• Subject matter expert of utility security and regulatory standards, including but not limited to NIST and NERC CIP
• Advanced knowledge of Utility/Energy Communications Systems Architecture
• Strong knowledge of wire-line and wireless networking technologies to include ZigBee, WiFi, IP, 802.11, CDMA