IT/OT Security Architect (Wastewater)

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Orlando Careers seeks a Security Architect to design, implement, and maintain security patterns for SCADA systems. You will collaborate with Water Reclamation IT staff to deploy controls aligned with approved architectures and standards.

The role requires a BS in CS/Engineering, 5+ years IT security experience, and security designations (CISSP/ISSAP preferred). Prior experience with regulatory requirements and polygraph screening is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years IT security experience.
• SCADA, ICS, PLC knowledge and relevant security designations preferred.
• CISSP/ISSAP certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security architecture patterns for SCADA systems.
• Collaborate with Water Reclamation IT staff to build compliant security controls.
• Mentor junior staff on security protocols and best practices.
• Work under limited supervision of the Wastewater Systems Manager.

Skills

Security architecture

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

CISSP

ISSAP

CISA

CISM

Job description

Salary Range
$39.40-$50.24

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 10-02-2026

Job Summary

Performs technical and administrative work that focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining security architecture patterns that meet regulatory obligations and data protection requirements as well as aligns with the business and organizational security strategy of SCADA systems. Works collaboratively with Water Reclamation System and Information Technology (IT) staff to build security controls and solutions compliant with approved architecture frameworks and standards. Participates in new projects, analysis of new requirements from platform teams, and technical discussions. Suggests best practices in development and operations areas including best security practices. Mentors and trains junior staff members on security protocols. Work is performed under limited supervision of the Wastewater Systems Manager. Work is evaluated while in progress and upon completion through direct observation, discussion, review of established procedures, and achievement of desired results.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and five (5) years of progressive IT experience, including experience in security architecture; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. SCADA,ICS,PLC, CISSP, CISA, CISM, or other relevant security-related designation desired. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) certifications are preferred. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass a background investigation which includes a polygraph.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.

Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;


• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;


• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or


• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.