Junior Industrial Cybersecurity Engineer: OT Security Tools

Cyberjobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D

Disability insurance

Vacation

Job summary

W-Industries in Houston seeks a Junior Industrial Cyber Security Engineer to support development, testing, and guidance across industrial cybersecurity projects. You will work with engineering teams to ensure solutions meet client requirements, safety standards, and regulatory codes.

The role emphasizes practical hands-on work with Python tooling, network analysis, and OT/ICS environments, with opportunities to contribute from design through commissioning and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a technical discipline.
• 0–2 years of experience in software development, networking or cybersecurity.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply; internships/co-ops available.
• Cybersecurity certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support development, testing, and improvement of software/tools for cybersecurity projects.
• Contribute hands‑on to engineering activities per project strategy.
• Analyse technical/network information to support security decisions.
• Collaborate with leaders and PMs on design, review, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in design and code review meetings with technical input.
• Support testing and commissioning to ensure solutions operate as intended.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and security standards.
• Document work clearly and accurately.

Skills

Python

Networking

Linux

Cybersecurity concepts

Scripting/Automation

ICS protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/Cybersecurity

Coursework in cybersecurity / networking / control systems

0-2 years of experience (internships/academic projects)

Job description

W-Industries in Houston seeks a Junior Industrial Cyber Security Engineer to support development, testing, and guidance across industrial cybersecurity projects. You will work with engineering teams to ensure solutions meet client requirements, safety standards, and regulatory codes.

The role emphasizes practical hands-on work with Python tooling, network analysis, and OT/ICS environments, with opportunities to contribute from design through commissioning and documentation.