Senior ICS/SCADA & Industrial Controls Engineer with Security Clearance

WiSC Enterprises, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WiSC Enterprises, LLC is seeking a Senior IAS/SCADA & Industrial Controls Engineer to join our team in Reston, VA. The role focuses on interoperability of ICS and BMS within commercial and heavy industrial facilities, requiring precise analysis and high-quality technical assessments.

The ideal candidate will apply control systems engineering principles across projects, briefing senior government officials and developing formal deliverables while navigating security clearances.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of technical principles and their application across programs.
• 5+ years of experience with industrial control systems and/or complex building management systems.
• Strong background in control systems engineering and electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with complex industrial process controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including briefing senior government officials.

Responsibilities

• Use tradecraft exploitation tools, intelligence sources, and engineering expertise to characterize selected facilities.
• Provide engineering guidance and technical judgment throughout characterization to produce accurate assessments.
• Develop formal products and deliverables in support of customer requirements.
• Support development of innovative approaches to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Brief senior government officials on capability trends, findings, and analytical assessments.

Skills

ICS/SCADA

BMS

Control systems engineering

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Technical briefing

Cybersecurity testing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM (Electrical/Mechanical) with 12+ years

Master's degree in STEM with 10+ years

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

HMI

SCADA programming

Allen-Bradley

FactoryTalk View

GE Fanuc

Siemens S7

DeltaV

Wonderware

Emerson Ovation

VFDs

Job description

Overview

WiSC Enterprises is seeking a Senior IAS/SCADA & Industrial Controls Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on understanding commercial and heavy industrial facilities, as well as the interoperability of systems managed through Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Building Management Systems (BMS). The ideal candidate will bring a creative yet disciplined approach to identifying and solving complex challenges involving interconnected industrial and facility systems. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and engineering skills, and a commitment to producing high-quality technical assessments.

Responsibilities

Use tradecraft exploitation tools, intelligence sources, and engineering expertise to characterize selected facilities.

• Provide engineering guidance and technical judgment throughout the characterization process to produce accurate intelligence assessments.
• Develop formal products and deliverables in support of customer requirements.
• Support the development of innovative approaches to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Brief senior government officials on capability trends, findings, and analytical assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise with a deep understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts and their application across multiple programs.
• 5+ years of experience with industrial control systems and/or complex building management systems.
• Strong background in control systems engineering and electrical or mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Experience with complex industrial process controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief and engage with senior government officials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline) with relevant professional certifications and 12+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.

Clearance

Active TS/SCI clearance, or Top Secret clearance with a current SSBI and eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph.

Compensation Range

$150,000 - $170,000 (Placement within the salary range will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, years of relevant experience, demonstrated expertise, education, certifications, and internal equity considerations. The organization reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at its discretion.)

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Military or defense-related experience.
• Experience with: Rockwell PLCs (or comparable platforms), HMI, and SCADA programming.
• Allen-Bradley, FactoryTalk View, GE Fanuc, Modicon, Schneider Electric, Siemens S7, DeltaV, Wonderware, and Emerson Ovation.
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Building Management Systems (BMS), Access Control Systems (ACS), Video Management Systems, industrial HVAC, and central utility plant operations.
• Industrial processes in water/wastewater treatment, nuclear facilities, data centers, cogeneration plants, and combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) environments.
• Complex cooling system design, including cooling towers, chillers, UPS systems, and power monitoring.
• Cybersecurity and/or penetration testing experience.
• IT and networking certifications such as CISSP, SSCP, CEH, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with packet capture and network analysis tools, including Wireshark, Netmap, NetworkMiner, GrassMarlin, SCEPTRE, HELICS, and intrusion detection systems (IDS).