Open Position: ICS/SCADA Cyber Professional

Forge; Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge Institute seeks multiple IC/SCADA Cyber professionals to develop curriculum, hands-on labs, and teach cyber KSAs for training programs. You will deliver student assessments and conduct public/private evaluations to identify risks and gaps in content and objectives.

Travel is required occasionally; some remote options may be considered. The role is based in Little Rock, AR, with compensation commensurate with position and experience. Applicants must have TS/SCI clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree and 6+ years of KSAs focused around cyber defense, infrastructure, incident response, and vulnerability assessments.
• Experience with computer network protocols and operations.
• Knowledge of cyber intrusion, threats, malware, networking and monitoring.
• Ability to possess TS/SCI clearance; current eligibility preferred.
• Vast industry experience in IC/SCADA environments (power, water, oil, gas, manufacturing).
• Expertise in IT and OT environments; ability to analyze and provide recommendations to meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and hands-on labs for cyber training programs.
• Teach and assess students and professionals in cyber KSAs and TTPs.
• Deliver public and private assessments, identifying risks and gaps in content and objectives.
• Collaborate with public and private partners to ensure security across all program areas.

Skills

Cyber defense

Incident response

Vulnerability assessments

ICS/SCADA knowledge

Security policies

Education

BA or BS degree

Tools

Industrial control systems tools

Digital forensics tools

PLC/RTU interfacing

Job description

Open Position: IC/SCADA Cyber Professional

Full-Time, Part-Time and Contract Positions Available

Description:

Forge Institute seeks multiple IC/SCADA Cyber professionals who will be responsible for developing curriculum, hands-on labs, teaching, conducting student assessments and delivery of other key components of our cyber training programs. Additionally, be involved in public and private assessments, identifying risk and vulnerabilities.

If selected, you’ll work with a dynamic, fast-paced team dedicated to operationalizing public and private (current and future) cyber professionals. You’ll need to comprehend all aspects of “Cyber” and “Cybersecurity” and be able to apply your technical expertise to quickly identify gaps in the content, curriculum, course objectives, processes and other aspects of our training programs. Be able to analyze and research new technologies and techniques and constantly improve all aspects of our training courses. You’ll need to work closely with a variety of public and private partners and comply with, implement, and sustain all aspects of security within our organization.

This position requires some ability to travel, a positive attitude and is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Some remote options may be considered. Compensation is commensurate with position and experience. Contractors should apply.

About Forge Institute:

Forge Institute’s mission is to empower our partners with cutting-edge technologies and new capabilities that advance cyber operational objectives and enhance our national security posture. Our cybersecurity training program is high-rated and continues to evolve to meet the needs of our private and public partners.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree and 6+ years of experience with Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) focused around cyber defense, cyber infrastructure, cyber incident response, and vulnerability assessments.
• Experience with computer network protocols and operations
• Knowledge of Cyber intrusion and threats, vectors, malware, networking, and monitoring
• Knowledge of all aspects of security: physical, personnel, and systems.
• Ability to write concise operating procedures and policies
• Applicants must have the ability to possess a TS/SCI Clearance, current eligibility preferred.
• Vast industry experience in IC/SCADA (Examples: power, water, oil, gas, manufacturing, etc.)
• Expertise in IT and OT environments; ability to analyze, interpret, identify and provide recommendations to systems and programs to meet best practices and standards from public, regulatory, and private sector requirements
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, RTUs and their interaction with IT and OT systems
• Experience with in-residence and virtual instruction, teaching Cyber KSAs and TTPs
• Experience with the use of industry-standard digital forensics tools and procedures
• Experience with teaching, coaching, and assessing students and professionals in a multitude of cyber-related topics
• Experience with providing hands-on training, maintenance, sustainment, engineering, developing scenarios, on both physical and virtual environments
• Experience with penetration testing

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