OT/ICS Cybersecurity Consultant

Emerson•Round Rock, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Cybersecurity Consultant to implement cybersecurity solutions for process control systems at customer sites around the world. The role supports critical process-control applications where safety and availability are essential, helping protect IT and OT architectures from cyberattacks. Based in Round Rock, Texas, the consultant works with customers and cross-functional teams to assess security needs, implement and validate solutions, and promote effective cybersecurity practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of practical IT/OT work experience.
At least 5 years of related experience designing or implementing cybersecurity solutions, standards, or initiatives.
Experience and knowledge of defense-in-depth, trust levels, privileges, and permissions.
Practical experience with security software and technologies such as SIEM, antivirus, whitelisting, patch management solutions, firewalls, routing and switching, and packet analysis.
Experience with cybersecurity standards, frameworks, and practices used across industries, such as ISA99/IEC 62443, NERC, and NIST.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future; individuals requiring current or future work-authorization sponsorship are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to a range of audiences.
High motivation to work in cybersecurity and interact with customers.
CISSP, GICSP, or similar cybersecurity accreditation from recognized entities such as SANS, ISACA, or (ISC)².
Experience designing, implementing, or providing lifecycle support for process automation and control systems.
Experience with Industrial Control System challenges across multiple industries.

Responsibilities

Implement, configure, optimize, and test security tools and solutions in process control systems.
Review customers’ security procedures and concepts.
Analyze risks and threats to process control systems.
Train users on supported security products and procedures.
Collaborate with senior engineers and customers to develop best practices and security standards.
Draft technical and security-related documents, controls, and customer and peer documentation.
Understand customers’ security concerns and requirements.
Perform cybersecurity assessments of control systems and surrounding IT infrastructure.
Validate cybersecurity solutions with internal test groups to ensure functionality is comprehensive and correct.
Provide technical advice, recommendations, and presentations to encourage customer acceptance of proposed cybersecurity solutions.

Benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Medical insurance plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Family formation benefits
Paid parental leave, including maternal and paternal leave
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition programs
Flexible time off, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Training and development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, coaching, project management, and on-the-job training