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<br><strong><span><span>Cybersecurity Consultant - Industrial / OT Security</span> </span> <br></strong><strong><span><span>Location:</span> </span> </strong><span> <span> Glen Allen, VA<br><strong>Job Type:</strong> Long-Term Contract<br><strong>Travel:</strong> 80-100% travel within Virginia, remote when not traveling but must reside in the Richmond, VA area. <br><strong>Citizenship:</strong> <strong> U.S. Citizenship required (non-negotiable)<br></strong><strong>Relocation / Per Diem:</strong> Not eligible</span> <br></span><strong><span><span>** Please note:</span> </span> </strong><span> <span> </span> </span> <strong> Due to client and regulatory requirements, this role is open only to U.S. Citizens and no C2C or 3rd Party. **<br><br></strong>Must have Hands-on experience<br>- Must have OT/ICS experience<br>- Doesn't want to see high level/senior experience<br>- Must have field experience<br>- Stand out experience: Hands on experience, PLC experience, networking, OT/ICS security<br><br><strong><span><span>Overview</span> </span> <br></strong><span><span>Our client is seeking a <strong> Cybersecurity Consultant - Industrial</strong> to support critical Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) security initiatives for utility and industrial environments. This role focuses on cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, secure system design, and compliance execution aligned with NIST and industry-specific frameworks.</span> <br></span><span><span>This is a <strong> high-visibility, hands-on role</strong> requiring frequent onsite presence across multiple Virginia client locations. Candidates must be local, able to travel extensively, and comfortable working in industrial and regulated environments.</span> </span><strong> <span> <span> Key Responsibilities</span> </span> </strong><ul><li><span><span>Execute cybersecurity projects supporting <strong> IT and Industrial Control Systems (ICS)</strong> security initiatives</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Perform <strong> network penetration testing</strong>, web application security testing, and vulnerability assessments</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Assess and secure <strong> OT environments</strong>, including ICS and SCADA systems</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Implement cybersecurity controls, policies, and procedures aligned with:</span> </span><ul><li><span><span>NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)</span> </span></li><li><span><span>NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Industry and regulatory compliance standards</span> </span></li></ul></li><li><span><span>Identify operational risks and recommend design or procedural improvements</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Conduct post-event cybersecurity analysis and support corrective actions</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Develop and document secure network designs, firewall architectures, and access controls</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Compile technical documentation including:</span> </span><ul><li><span><span>Network traffic analysis</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Firewall services and security diagrams</span> </span></li></ul></li><li><span><span>Communicate technical risks and remediation strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all client and project information</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal technical teams</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Pursue and maintain relevant cybersecurity certifications</span> </span></li></ul><strong> <span> <span> Required Qualifications</span> </span> </strong><ul><li><strong><span><span>Bachelor's Degree</span> </span> </strong><span> <span> in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field</span> </span></li><li><strong><span><span>Minimum 3 years</span> </span> </strong><span> <span> of relevant cybersecurity experience (must be clearly reflected on resume)</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Hands-on experience with:</span> </span><ul><li><span><span>Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and penetration testing</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Firewalls, access control, authentication, logging, patching, and malware protection</span> </span></li></ul></li><li><span><span>Strong understanding of <strong> ICS, SCADA, and OT security</strong> in environments such as:</span> </span><ul><li><span><span>Utilities</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Manufacturing</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Oil & Gas</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Transportation</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Smart buildings and infrastructure</span> </span></li></ul></li><li><span><span>Knowledge of modern and legacy networking and telecommunications</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Experience with physical network cabling and control system I/O</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Strong written, verbal, and technical documentation skills</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Ability to operate under pressure in onsite industrial, corporate, and government environments</span> </span></li></ul><strong> <span> <span> Preferred Certifications</span> </span> <br></strong><span><span>(Active or in progress)</span> </span><ul><li><span><span>Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Network Engineering</span> </span></li><li><span><span>ICS / SCADA Security</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Risk Management or equivalent cybersecurity certifications</span> </span></li></ul><strong> <span> <span> Travel & Logistics</span> </span> </strong><ul><li><strong><span><span>80-100% onsite travel</span> </span> </strong><span> <span> to Virginia client locations</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Travel may involve rotating between sites weekly</span> </span></li><li><span><span>Use of <strong> personal vehicle or rental car required</strong></span> </span></li></ul><strong> <span> <span> <span> ESPO Corporation</span> </span> </span> <br></strong><span><span><span><strong>Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965</strong></span> </span> <br><br></span><span><span><span>ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.<br><br>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.</span></span></span>

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