Cybersecurity Operational Technology (OT) Specialist (REMOTE - TRAVEL)

The Work:

As a Cybersecurity Operational Technology (OT) Specialist , you will serve a part of an integrated team of engineering and cybersecurity experts to support Chinook's growth in Industrial Controls System (ICS) Cybersecurity. You will consult with clients in the secure design of ICS environments, conduct cybersecurity inventories and risk assessments, develop security documentation, and design and implement ICS cybersecurity solutions.

TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR OT EXPERIENCE IN YOUR RESUME.

This position is REMOTE, but you must be able to travel to client sites up to 10% of the time. The majority of our clients are in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States, especially in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed technical analysis of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and integrate cyber security solutions.
• Identify operational issues and implement modifications and/or upgrades to increase cyber resilience.
• Conduct inventories and risk assessments for critical infrastructure.
• Perform industrial controls system testing, hardening and monitoring.
• Perform detailed analysis of events and implement risk management procedures and/or processes.
• Assess and evaluate computer/network systems technologies, architectures, and products.
• Resolve technical issues and keep other departments within the business abreast of their status.
• Execute the planning, design, development and implementation of technical controls, procedures and policy associated with compliance to NERC CIP and NIST cyber security regulatory standards.
• Review designs and specifications for operational technology systems including secure systems integration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• IAT Level II Certification is Required (Security+, GICSP, etc.).
• Requires experience designing and configuring servers, switches, workstations.
• Must have experience designing and programming control system devices.
• Requires experience working with RMF and NIST 800-53.
• Experience working with UFGS 25 05 11 is required.
• Must have experience working with cyber security tools, e.g. Wireshark, Nessus, STIG Viewer, SCAP Tool.
• Requires a Valid State Issued Driver's License and the ability to travel to various work sites.

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance.
• IAT Level III Certification (CISSP).
• Certifications in Cisco, Juniper, Moxa and/or other Network Switches.
• Certifications in MS Windows Server, Active Directory, Enterprise OS.
• Certifications in Linux Operating Systems.

Physical Considerations:

• Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
• Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

Who is Chinook?

Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.