OT Security Analyst

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an OT Security Analyst to enhance the security of water infrastructure facilities. This role involves analyzing and protecting IT and OT systems, requiring expertise in cybersecurity technologies and a strong understanding of business operations. The successful candidate will engage in security assessments, develop metrics, and collaborate with engineers to integrate security into designs. With a hybrid work environment and a commitment to employee development, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure while growing in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Commitment to professional development

Incentive compensation for eligible positions

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Cyber Security experience in Operation Technology.
• Experience with industry standard information security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support security assessments and recommend system changes.
• Generate and track security metrics, communicating results to leadership.

Skills

Cyber Security

Information Security Technologies

Technical Risk Assessment

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Palo Alto

pfSense

Darktrace

Cisco Security Products

Job description

What You Will Do:

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is looking for an OT Security Analyst to join our Safety and Security team. This is a remote position, but the ideal candidate would be located in Texas or the Mid-Atlantic area.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Security Analyst, you will support water infrastructure facilities by performing a broad range of complex technical and professional work functions to analyze and protect IT and OT systems (SCADA), network, and data across the enterprise. The role is technical and requires an in-depth understanding of information and cyber security technologies and functions. The role also requires an understanding of business goals/strategy and operational requirements in a fast-paced environment.

You will be responsible for the following:

1. Supports security assessments of technology systems and recommends system changes to ensure adherence to standards, policy, guidelines, strategies, and security best business practices.
2. Generating, gathering, and tracking security metrics, developing scorecards for the metrics, and communicating the results to leadership.
3. Participates in planning sessions related to projects or new technologies to implement process improvement within the functional area.
4. Builds relationships with engineers, stakeholders, and security champions, to incorporate security principles into engineering design and deployments.
5. Regularly research and learn new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) in public and closed forums, and work with colleagues to assess risk and implement/validate controls.
6. Basic understanding of ICS/SCADA cybersecurity controls and concerns.
7. Understands the TCP/IP stack with prior hands-on expertise securing diverse LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless environments for large organizations.
8. Develops and updates technical documentation (network architecture text and diagrams, security plan controls, and risk assessment, etc.)
9. Supports the evaluation and recommendation of hardware and software systems that provide security functions. Familiarity with and ability to investigate Intrusion Detection System (IDS) alerts Incident management, forensic investigation, response, and reporting.

Education | Experience:

What you must have:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering.
2. 2+ years of Cyber Security experience in Operation Technology field and familiar with Homeland Security requirement for compliance.
3. 2+ years of Cyber Security experience supporting power, or water/wastewater utilities.
4. Must possess excellent customer service, strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well with others in an integrated team environment, and must be self-motivated.
5. Experience with industry standard information security technologies.
6. Experience performing technical risk and vulnerability assessments.

What we prefer:

1. Expertise in performing cybersecurity assessments, risk management, governance, and compliance management.
2. Working with U.S. Government agencies and having experience working with security requirements from DHS, CISA, and TSA.
3. Experience with Palo Alto, pfSense, Darktrace, and Cisco security products a bonus.
4. Professional security related certifications (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, etc.)

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $70,000 - $100,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Remote

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $70,000-$100,000
Application Deadline: 3/21/2025

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.