What are the responsibilities and job description for the OT Security Consultant position at Covenant HR?
Job Overview
As an OT Security Consultant with Covenant HR, you will be responsible for designing and implementing secure OT network architectures in alignment with regulatory and industry standards. This role requires hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and supporting OT security solutions, as well as a strong understanding of OT infrastructure components and cybersecurity best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement secure OT network architectures in alignment with regulatory and industry standards
- Deploy, configure, and maintain OT-specific security solutions such as firewalls, IDS, and monitoring tools
- Lead setup and integration of packet brokers and load balancers to enhance network visibility
- Conduct OT security assessments and recommend mitigation strategies based on vulnerability findings
- Collaborate with IT, engineering, and compliance teams to enforce security standards and disaster recovery plans
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting for OT security systems and incidents
- Maintain and optimize OT network monitoring systems to ensure continuous performance
- Create and update detailed technical documentation for OT environments
- Stay abreast of new cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices specific to OT environments
- Apply cybersecurity protocols to OT systems used in power generation, transmission, and distribution
- Contribute to long-term maintenance and performance tracking of OT monitoring solutions
- Adapt quickly to new tools and technologies to improve security operations
Required Skills:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and supporting OT security solutions, including integration with supporting technologies
- At least 3 years of experience with OT network monitoring tools in power generation and distribution environments, including installation and setup
- Proven expertise in OT network design and security implementation within critical infrastructure (5 years)
- Advanced knowledge of packet brokers and load balancers for OT network traffic management
- Strong understanding of OT infrastructure components (routing, switching, servers, storage) and OT cybersecurity best practices
- Ability to rack, stack, and perform initial configuration of devices
Location: Within 25 miles of Westminster, CA (Hybrid – 1 day per week in office)
Role Type: Contract (2 years)
