Senior ICS Cybersecurity Operator (On-Site - TS/SCI)

Jfl Consulting - Springfield, VA

Full-time - Senior

Springfield, VA

Real Estate

About the position

The Senior ICS Cybersecurity Operator will be responsible for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats and ensuring the safe operation of industrial control systems. This role requires a skilled professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in industrial control systems (ICS), to monitor networks, perform vulnerability assessments, and collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement security measures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ICS networks and systems for security events and anomalies.
• Perform regular vulnerability assessments on ICS environments.
• Inventory and assess security controls specific to ICS/SCADA systems.
• Conduct log analysis and correlate security events across multiple platforms.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of ICS security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement security measures without disrupting operations.
• Participate in incident response drills and contribute to the continuous improvement of response plans.
• Provide technical insights and recommendations to the customer in verbal and written reports.
• Stay current with emerging ICS threats and vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Strong experience with PCAP collection, security monitoring, threat hunting, packet analysis, malware analysis, signature development, shell scripting.
• Proficiency in network security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms.
• Strong understanding of industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC).
• Extensive experience with firewalls and network TAP technologies.
• Possess troubleshooting skills in problems with software and hardware.
• Configuring, managing, and maintaining networking equipment.
• Possess working knowledge of DoD's IT system and network certification and accreditation processes.
• Installing, configuring, and administering software applications.
• Working knowledge of Computer Network vulnerability/compliance analysis software.
• Familiarity with ICS-specific security frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-82, IEC 62443, and DoD Risk Management Framework [RMF]).
• Experience with common ICS/SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens, Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation).
• Knowledge of IT and OT network architectures and security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field such as computer science or engineering.
• ICS Specific Certifications such as GICSP, GRID, GCIP, etc.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision plan for each employee and dependents.
• 401(k) plan retirement plan with 3% company match and vesting from day one.
• Generous leave policy including 15 vacation days.
• Reimbursement for job-related certifications, generous training budget and company provided access to training platforms.