Lead OT Cyber Assessor / CIP Senior Manager

Overview

Remote
$100 - $150
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
10% Travel

Skills

OT Cybersecurity
ICS Security
SCADA Security
Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
Substation Automation
Energy Management Systems (EMS/DMS)
Operational Technology (OT)
Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)
NERC CIP (CIP-002 to CIP-014)

Job Details

Location: Remote (Some onsite travel to client sites primarily in New York and Florida)
Employment Type: Contract / Consultant - +12 month contract
Department: OT Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

About the Opportunity

Maureen Data Systems (MDS) is seeking an experienced Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Consultant to serve as Lead OT Cyber Assessor / CIP Senior Manager for our Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) practice.

This position plays a key role in supporting utilities, power generation, and industrial organizations across North America. You ll lead NERC CIP assessments, cyber maturity reviews, and risk-based control testing to help clients strengthen compliance and resilience under frameworks like NIST 800-82, NIST CSF, and ISA/IEC 62443.

This is an ideal role for a senior cybersecurity professional who thrives in regulated energy environments and wants to influence the security posture of mission-critical OT systems.

What You ll Do

  • Lead OT cybersecurity and NERC CIP compliance assessments for electric utilities, power companies, and industrial control environments.

  • Conduct gap analyses, control reviews, and evidence validation to ensure readiness for NERC CIP audits (CIP-002 through CIP-014).

  • Perform risk assessments, document control deficiencies, and produce audit readiness and remediation reports.

  • Advise on improving:

    • Electronic Security Perimeters (CIP-005)

    • System Access & Patch Management (CIP-007)

    • Incident Response (CIP-008) and Recovery Procedures

  • Collaborate with cross-functional IT, OT, and compliance teams to enhance cyber resilience.

  • Deliver executive summaries and technical reports communicating risk mitigation strategies and compliance progress.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in OT cybersecurity, risk assessment, or regulatory compliance within critical infrastructure (utilities, power, energy, or manufacturing).

  • Deep understanding of NERC CIP standards and compliance validation processes.

  • Hands-on experience with ICS, SCADA, substation automation, and Energy Management Systems (EMS/DMS).

  • Familiar with governance and cybersecurity frameworks:

    • NIST 800-53 / 800-82

    • NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)

    • ISO 27019

    • ISA/IEC 62443

  • Excellent communication and documentation skills able to translate technical and regulatory language into clear, actionable insights.

Preferred Certifications

NERC / CIP Certifications:

  • NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Specialist (CIP Specialist)

  • NERC Certified Compliance Professional (CCP) or CIP Practitioner (CCP-CIP)

  • NERC System Operator (RC, BA, or TOP)

  • NERC CIP Auditor or Registered Entity Assessor Qualification

  • CIP Security Management (CIRC/CIP Clearance) or equivalent

Cybersecurity & Governance Certifications:

  • ISA/IEC 62443 Expert or Risk Assessor Certification

  • CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC

  • GIAC GICSP or GRID (Industrial Defender)

  • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer

  • NIST CSF Practitioner

  • Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA) or Engineer (CSSE)

Residency & Security Requirements

  • U.S. residency required due to regulated energy and critical infrastructure work.

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).

  • Must successfully pass:

    • Full background investigation before engagement

    • Annual re-screenings and drug testing

    • CIRC/CIP clearance (or equivalent) for access to protected OT systems and NERC-controlled environments

Why Work with MDS

At Maureen Data Systems (MDS), we safeguard the systems that power our modern world. Our team blends Microsoft cybersecurity expertise, regulatory compliance leadership, and OT specialization to support the nation s most critical infrastructure organizations.

You ll work alongside experienced professionals delivering cyber resilience, regulatory assurance, and operational integrity to energy and industrial clients.

Join us and make a tangible impact on the future of OT security and compliance.

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