Sr. Consultant - OT Network Architect | Remote, USA

Lensa; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services is seeking a Sr. Consultant - OT Network Architect to join their remote team. This role involves leading operational technology strategies, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and maintaining strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have 4-7 years of experience and relevant certifications, contributing to diverse projects and improving operational efficiency.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Professional training resources

Opportunity to work on complex projects

Volunteer opportunities

Remote work technology and support

Qualifications

• Approximately 4-7 years of technical OT architecture experience.
• Strong understanding of networking (TCP/IP, OSI model) and security technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.

Responsibilities

• Lead documentation creation for OT segmentation standards.
• Act as point for complex projects and maintain relationships with clients.
• Deliver timely engagements and contribute to operational efficiency.

Skills

Networking

Security concepts

Negotiation skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant professional certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Consultant - OT Network Architect | Remote, USA

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Optiv, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the US.

Our consultants are skilled technical and consultative resources expected to be strong in both technical and soft skills. A Consultant must be a proven self-starter with the ability to problem-solve, communicate, participate in diverse project teams from a technical perspective, and interface effectively with customers, vendor partners, and colleagues. Establish & maintain productive and respectful relationships with the delivery team, practice management, and client management team.

You will actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives. Deliver timely engagements and work closely with Practice Directors to drive training and education, career development, performance development, and collaboration across the team.

In line with Optiv’s commitment to quality, you will confirm that work is of the highest quality as per Optiv’s quality standards, by reviewing the work provided by other members.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Able to solo deliver or act as "point" for complex projects
• Lead Operational technology segmentation strategy discussions and assessments
• Lead documentation creation for OT segmentation standards and reports
• Lead in capacity planning and hardware specification recommendation efforts
• Lead in cyber-physical solutions and networking technology deployment activities, connector configuration, custom rule development, workflow configuration and development, and third-party system integration
• Provide knowledge transfer and post-production support activities as necessary
• Effective team communicator
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations such as ISSA
• Obtain and maintain top-tier networking vendor certification
• Complete administrative project tasks like time and expense entry, status reporting, and project completion reporting
• Act as a contributor in Optiv communities for solutions of focus

What We’re Looking For

• Approximately 4-7 years of technical OT architecture experience
• Desirable experience with CPWE, ISA 62443, NIST 800-82, or other relevant OT frameworks
• Knowledge of security concepts and methods such as vulnerability assessments, data classification, privacy assessments, incident response, security policy creation, enterprise security strategies, architectures, and governance
• Strong understanding of networking (TCP/IP, OSI model), operating system fundamentals (Windows, UNIX, mainframe), security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.), and application programming/scripting languages (C, Java, Perl, Shell)
• Working knowledge of operating systems, virtual machine environments, mainframe security packages, and relational database management systems
• Expertise in Microsoft Office
• Ability to build relationships and influence other functional areas
• Well-developed negotiation skills
• Ability to build consensus
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
• Willingness to travel to meet client needs
• Valid US driver’s license
• Relevant professional certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or other networking certifications are a plus

What You Can Expect From Optiv

• A company committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Employee Resource Groups
• Work/life balance
• Professional training resources
• Opportunity to work on complex projects
• Volunteer opportunities through "Optiv Chips In"
• Remote work technology and support

EEO Statement

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

We respect your privacy. By applying, you acknowledge Optiv’s collection and use of your personal information as detailed in our Applicant Privacy Notice.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting, IT, Sales
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting