Opening: IoT Security Analyst

Role: Junior IoT Analyst

Location: / On Site - 600 Center Ridge Dr Suite 600, Austin, TX 78753, United States
Rate: Open

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Role Overview: We are seeking a motivated Junior OT Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will assist in monitoring and analyzing operational technology (OT) environments, leveraging tools like Armis and Devo for asset visibility, threat detection, and incident response. You will work closely with senior analysts and IT-OT teams to support IT-OT convergence initiatives and enhance the overall security posture.
Key Responsibilities:

• OT Alert Monitoring and Analysis: Assist in monitoring OT environments using Armis for real-time detection of threats and anomalies. Support the triage, analysis, and prioritization of security alerts, ensuring timely and appropriate responses. Help investigate incidents using Devo for data correlation and enrichment. Provide insights and recommendations for incident containment and remediation.
• Incident Response and Management: Collaborate with security operations teams to support response actions. Assist in leveraging Swimlane for automated playbooks, incident tracking, and documentation. Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and contribute to post-incident reporting.
• Data Integration and IT-OT Convergence: Facilitate the integration of OT data into Devo and Swimlane for centralized visibility. Work with IT and security teams to ensure integrated monitoring and response across IT and OT systems. Help develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide stakeholders with actionable intelligence.
• Continuous Improvement and Optimization: Identify trends and recurring issues to recommend proactive security measures. Assist in tuning monitoring tools and detection rules to reduce false positives and improve accuracy. Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and best practices for OT security.
• Collaboration and Communication: Act as a liaison between OT, IT, and security operations teams to ensure alignment on security goals. Provide training and support to site operators and engineers on recognizing and reporting security issues.
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Basic understanding of OT environments, industrial control systems (ICS), and SCADA systems.
• 3 years of experience in OT Security
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., GICSP, CEH, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in critical infrastructure or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with threat intelligence and vulnerability management in OT environments

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.37 - $70.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX 78753 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX 78753: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $70