OT Security Engineer

Insight Global; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an OT Security Engineer to support cybersecurity across enterprise IT and OT environments, protecting industrial systems, networks, and critical data. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cybersecurity best practices and respond to incidents.

Ideal candidates will have ICS/OT security experience, risk assessments, and knowledge of standards like NIST and IEC 62443.

Qualifications

• Experience securing industrial control systems in OT or critical infrastructure.
• Experience performing cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability management.
• Experience with incident response and remediation in OT and enterprise environments.
• Strong documentation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Protect OT and enterprise IT networks and industrial systems.
• Lead risk assessments, remediation planning, and security architecture reviews.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations to implement cybersecurity best practices.

Skills

ICS/OT security

Risk assessments

Incident response

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/Engineering

Tools

NIST/IEC 62443

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an OT Security Engineer to support and enhance cybersecurity initiatives across enterprise IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments. This individual will play a key role in protecting industrial systems, manufacturing operations, connected technologies, networks, and critical business data. The ideal candidate will have experience securing industrial control systems, conducting risk assessments, responding to security incidents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement cybersecurity best practices.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives within industrial, manufacturing, operational technology (OT), or critical infrastructure environments.Strong understanding of industrial control systems (ICS), PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, DCS, industrial networking, and common industrial communication protocols.Experience performing cybersecurity risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security architecture reviews within operational environments.Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST, IEC 62443, CIS Controls, or similar.Experience supporting incident response and remediation efforts involving OT and enterprise environments.Understanding of secure integration between operational technology, enterprise IT systems, cloud platforms, and remote access solutions.Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to balance cybersecurity requirements with operational availability, safety, and business objectives.Experience supporting large-scale manufacturing, industrial, or critical infrastructure environments (shop floor, facilities, plants, etc)Experience with OT asset discovery, network segmentation, industrial monitoring platforms, or cyber-physical security solutions.Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, Security+, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].