OT/ICS Security Engineer

Orion Talent; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 126,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with 5% employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

20 days universal leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition firm is seeking an OT/ICS Security Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN. This full-time position requires expertise in OT cybersecurity and relevant certifications. The successful candidate will integrate cybersecurity within operational technologies, supporting a manufacturing facility. A robust salary ranging from $126,000 to $161,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including a 401K plan, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or network security.
• Direct knowledge managing cybersecurity tools.
• Knowledge of Federal cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Integrate cybersecurity within Operational Technologies and Industrial Control Systems.
• Support Triso-X fuel manufacturing plant.
• Develop comprehensive cybersecurity designs.

Skills

OT cybersecurity architecture

cybersecurity tools management (NDR, EDR, SIEM)

Fortinet Firewalls

vulnerability management

threat intelligence

Education

GICSP, GCIH, GPEN, CISSP certifications

Job description

Position

OT/ICS Security Engineer

Base Pay Range

$126,000.00/yr - $161,000.00/yr

Salary

Engineer III: $126,000- $161,000

Benefits

• Robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with 5% employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 20 days universal leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation: Financial assistance available for qualified candidates.

Location

Oak Ridge, TN (outside of Knoxville)

Travel Expectations

Potential 10% for project assignment or headquarters visit

Hours

8:00am-5:00pm Monday‑Friday

Work Site

5 days a week in office

Job Description

Be a part of the nuclear renaissance! X‑energy is looking for a Security Engineer with a strong background in the integration of cyber security within Operational Technologies and Industrial Control Systems. A GICSP certification is preferred for this role as well as experience with Fortinet Firewalls. This role will support a Triso‑X fuel manufacturing plant.

Job Minimum Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of OT cybersecurity architecture supporting various components of the NIST cybersecurity framework, such as cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, identity management, threat intel, prediction and detection, as well as response and recovery.
• Typically, five plus years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, network security, or related experience.
• Must have direct knowledge and experience managing cybersecurity tools such as NDR, EDR, and SIEM.
• Experience with Fortinet Firewalls preferred.
• GICSP, GCIH, GPEN, CISSP, or equivalent, or other specific training or experience in cyber security operations, design, and engineering.
• Familiarity with standard principles and practices of cybersecurity design for safeguarded plants and facilities.
• Knowledge of Federal requirements for Cyber security for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP).
• Knowledge of IEEE and IEC standards related to cyber security in embedded system and control systems.
• Proficiency in developing and reviewing threat assessments and using results of those assessments to develop comprehensive cyber security designs.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function / Industries

Engineering Services, IT Services, IT Consulting

Legal Notice

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.