US E - GPS Consulting Services - Operational Technology Systems Administrator SME - Cyber / Strategy & Transformation - Project L55 - MySource#767359
About The Position
Deloitte is seeking an Operational Technology Systems Administrator SME to support high-priority federal missions as a technical bridge among industrial operations, engineering, and information technology infrastructure. The role maintains the availability, reliability, and security of critical operational technology (OT) control systems, networks, and infrastructure, working with cyber, operational, and engineering stakeholders to sustain and secure mission systems. The position is part of Deloitte’s Cyber Strategy, Growth, and Transformation team and the Government & Public Services practice. The Project Delivery Talent Model aligns professionals with specialized skills to current client needs; employment is tied to the project role, with a benefits package competitive for project delivery-focused professionals. The role requires daily commuting to an assigned office if required, travel averaging 10%, and current active TS/SCI clearance. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
- 12+ years of direct experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government systems, including administration of federal hardware and software.
- Active and current TS/SCI clearance.
- 6+ years of OT system administration experience in Federal Government environments, covering SCADA, DCS, PLCs, Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization platforms, Microsoft PowerShell, network operations, network services, and security architecture.
- Experience applying NIST Special Publication 800-82 to maintain the high availability, reliability, and security of critical control systems, networks, and infrastructure.
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CE and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing certifications.
- Ability to reside within commuting distance of the assigned office and commute daily if required, without overnight accommodations.
- Ability to travel an average of 10%, based on the work and clients or industries served.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product.
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting operational mission systems in operational environments for Department of Defense or Federal Government clients.
- Experience applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST security and compliance requirements to federal systems.
- Experience with OT asset inventory, configuration management, patching, backup, and recovery.
- Experience with Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, OT incident response, or OT vulnerability management.
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain OT control systems and infrastructure, including SCADA, DCS, PLCs, Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms.
- Monitor and troubleshoot network operations, network services, and system performance to sustain the availability, reliability, and security of critical control systems and infrastructure.
- Apply NIST Special Publication 800-82 to implement and maintain security controls for federal OT environments.
- Develop and use Microsoft PowerShell automation to support asset inventory, configuration management, patching, backup, and recovery activities.
- Collaborate with industrial operations, engineering, cyber, and information technology stakeholders to resolve incidents, manage vulnerabilities, and support mission requirements.
- Lead projects or workstreams and provide clear guidance to others.
Benefits
- Benefits package competitive for project delivery-focused professionals.
- May be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program.
- Professional development opportunities, including on-the-job learning, formal development programs, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
