OT Security Consultant

OT Security Consultant (1) – MUST HAVE TS/SCI + CI Poly ( ACTIVE)
12-month Contract
Fort Meade, MD
100% onsite
$90-100hr USD W2

$100 USD C/C must be all inclusive

*** Must have "Active" TS/SCI + CI  Poly***

Overview:
Consultant will be responsible for working with clients to assess their OT security posture. The Security Consultant role performs Tenable product installation, configuration, customization, and perform security audits for our clients. This is a CONSULTATIVE ROLE- 70% functional- 30% technical. Reporting to a Manager of Professional Services, you are expected to bring experience in the OT Cyber-security, Risk Management, Compliance. You will be expected to perform daily tasks associated with consultative risk assessments. The intermediate role will be charged with augmenting and strengthening your personal forensic and cyber security skill sets, as well as helping deliver the skills of the entire security services team & portfolio.
Requirements:
1. Must have 5+ yrs designing & implementing security architectures for OT systems. This includes developing secure network infrastructures, access control mechanisms, intrusion detection and prevention strategies, and other security controls to protect against cyber threats.
a. Must have prior experience creating comprehensive policies and implementing controls to secure critical infrastructure (IOT /OT) with TENABLE PRODUCT SET. OT SME should include : Security Policies and Standards, Vulnerability Management, Collaboration and Communication, Enhanced Incident Response and Recovery, Protection of Intellectual Property and Sensitive Data
b. Must have directly support both internal and external IT/OT audits that measure the security posture and effectiveness of the IT/OT control implementation.
c. Must have experience establishing procedures to detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents, such as malware infections or unauthorized access.
d. Should have solid hands-on experience to ensure compliance with ISO 27001 standards.
2. Experience conducting risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and potential impacts on the OT systems and infrastructure.
3. Should have prior experience Managing network infrastructure and firewalls within enterprise OT environments, including access control lists (ACLs) and subnetting, to safeguard critical manufacturing processes.
4. Partner closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to support and contribute to OT-related projects.
5. Strong understanding of SCADA operation work relating to Critical Infrastructure (Water, Transportation, Power, Energy, Oil, and Gas)