OT Network & Cyber Security Engineer

Houston, TX, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Contract W2
Contract Corp To Corp
No Travel Required
On-site
$55 - $70/hr
Company Branding Image
Fitment

Dice Job Match Score™

🔢 Crunching numbers...

Job Details

Skills

  • OT Network & Cyber Security Engineer
  • Cisco networking
  • Palo Alto firewalls
  • OT Admin Zone support

Summary

Job Title: OT Network & Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Houston, Texas, USA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced OT Network & Cyber Security Engineer with strong expertise in Operational Technology (OT) environments, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, OT Admin Zone support, and infrastructure hardening within industrial or enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and manage OT Admin Zone environments
  • Perform Cisco-heavy network deployments and configurations
  • Configure and manage Palo Alto firewall rules, alerts, and security policies
  • Implement cybersecurity safeguards and secure-by-design principles
  • Support infrastructure hardening and security compliance initiatives
  • Monitor and troubleshoot OT/IT network issues
  • Work with VMware and vCenter environments for virtualization support
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams on network security improvements
  • Ensure secure connectivity and operational continuity across OT systems

Required Skills

  • Strong experience in OT Network and Cyber Security
  • Hands-on expertise with:
    • Cisco network deployments
    • Palo Alto firewall configuration and monitoring
    • OT/Industrial network environments
  • Knowledge of:
    • Secure-by-design principles
    • Infrastructure hardening
    • Cybersecurity safeguards
  • Experience with VMware or vCenter administration/support
  • Strong troubleshooting and deployment experience in enterprise environments

Preferred Background

  • Experience working in Oil & Gas or Industrial environments
  • Familiarity with OT security frameworks and segmentation
  • Ability to work onsite in Houston, TX or relocate/commute
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10330808
  • Position Id: 97593-5195-
  • Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About VDart, Inc.

VDart, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is a global leader in digital talent solutions and IT staffing, delivering top technology professionals to businesses worldwide. With a strong presence across North America, Europe and Asia, we specialize in helping organizations navigate complex technology landscapes with the right expertise.

Through a strategic, client-focused approach, we have placed over 20,000 professionals across key industries and advanced technology solutions. Whether placing top talent in cutting-edge roles or providing strategic digital workforce solutions, our network of 4,000 specialists across 13 countries is committed to excellence, agility and impact.

Backed by 18 years of industry experience, we go beyond staffing to build long-term partnerships that accelerate digital transformation and drive sustained growth. Whether you need a technology partner to fuel innovation or specialized workforce solutions to maintain a competitive edge, VDart delivers the right people, skills and mindset to create a lasting impact in a digital-first world.

Create job alert
Set job alertNever miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.

Similar Jobs

Houston, Texas

Today

Easy Apply

Contract, Third Party

$49 - $54

Houston, Texas

Today

Easy Apply

Contract, Third Party

$35 - $38

Houston, Texas

Today

Easy Apply

Third Party, Contract

Depends on Experience

Omaha, Nebraska

Today

Easy Apply

Contract, Third Party

Depends on Experience

Search all similar jobs