Network & Cybersecurity Engineer - Entry Level

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; York (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP in York, PA is seeking an entry-level Network & Cybersecurity Engineer to design and secure OT networks and SCADA systems for water and wastewater facilities. You will work with I&C teams to develop diagrams, implement cybersecurity measures, and support testing and field commissioning.

A Bachelor’s in a related field and interest in OT/SCADA are required; travel about 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 0-4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong interest in networking, cybersecurity, and OT/SCADA.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs.
• Basic cybersecurity principles (firewalls, authentication, access control).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel ~10% for site visits.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in the design of OT networks and SCADA architectures.
• Support the design of industrial communication systems (fiber, Ethernet, cellular, wireless).
• Support development of P&IDs, electrical diagrams, schematics, and loop diagrams.
• Assist cybersecurity measures: segmentation, remote access, access control.
• Participate in cybersecurity assessments via NIST/AWWA/CISA standards.
• Assist design of SCADA infrastructure, including server architecture and virtualization.
• Prepare network diagrams, cybersecurity plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate with engineers, IT staff, contractors, and system integrators.
• Assist FAT/SAT testing and field commissioning for networks and SCADA systems.
• Support cybersecurity training for internal staff.

Skills

Networking basics

Cybersecurity basics

OT/SCADA knowledge

Communication skills

Field travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

VMware

Cisco devices

NIST frameworks

Documentation tools

Job description

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Network & Cybersecurity Engineer - Entry Level

York, PA Full Time York, PA, US

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

Whitman, Requardt & Associates (WRA) is currently seeking an entry-level Operations Technology and SCADA System Network & Cybersecurity Engineer in our York, PA office.

This position focuses on the design, implementation, and security of industrial communication networks for water and wastewater facilities. The selected candidate will work alongside WRA’s Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) group to support network architecture, industrial cybersecurity, and system integration for both new and existing infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for candidates with a background or strong interest in networking, cybersecurity, and computer engineering, with an emphasis on applying those skills within industrial control systems (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and operational technology (OT) environments.

Responsibilities

• Work in a collaborative environment to assist engineers in the design of OT networks and SCADA system architectures.
• Support the design of industrial communication systems, including fiber optic, Ethernet, cellular, and wireless networks
• Support the design of instrumentation and control systems including the development of drawings such as process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), electrical diagrams, schematic diagrams, and loop diagrams.
• Support the design of cybersecurity measures for SCADA and control systems, including:
  • Network segmentation and secure zones/conduits
  • Remote access solutions (VPNs, jump hosts, cloud solutions, and RDP gateways)
  • User access control and authentication strategies
• Participate in cybersecurity assessments using industry frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST CSF),NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, UFGS 25 05 11, American Water Works Association (AWWA) guidance, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) tools
• Assist in design of SCADA system infrastructure, including server architecture, virtualization, and network integration
• Prepare technical documentation, including network diagrams, cybersecurity plans, policies, procedures, and control system specifications
• Coordinate with engineers, IT staff, contractors, and system integrators during design and construction
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for network and SCADA systems
• Perform field investigations, testing, and commissioning support for communication and control systems
• Support senior engineers in the development of cybersecurity training for internal employees.
• Work with other engineers to create, present, and recommend a best practice approach tailored for specific client needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
• 0-4 years of relevant experience
• Strong interest in networking, cybersecurity, and industrial systems (OT/SCADA)
• Understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs)
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles (firewalls, authentication, access control)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Willingness to learn industrial systems, SCADA platforms, and communication networks
• Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 10%) for site visits, field investigations, and testing
• Capability to explain technical concepts at a high level to a non-technical audience

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to industrial networking equipment (e.g., Cisco Systems industrial switches and routers)
• Familiarity with SCADA platforms such as VTScada, AVEVA System Platform, and Ignition
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, DNP3)
• Exposure to OT cybersecurity concepts, including network segmentation and asset inventory
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware or similar)
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or GICSP (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar tools for network/system diagrams
• Familiarity with NIST 800-82, NIST 800-53, and UFGS 25 05 11.
• Conceptual understanding of standard cybersecurity policies and procedures
• Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and design
• Fundamental understanding of cloud technologies
• Work on critical infrastructure projects supporting public water and wastewater systems
• Collaborate with experienced SCADA, controls, and instrumentation professionals
• Gain hands-on experience in OT networking and industrial cybersecurity
• Opportunity to grow into a technical leader in SCADA network architecture and cybersecurity

Required Submissions

• Resume
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript
• WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $125,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

*** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ****