OT/ICS Cybersecurity Consultant

Emerson•Round Rock, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emerson is hiring an OT/ICS Cybersecurity Consultant based in Round Rock, Texas. The role implements cybersecurity solutions for process control systems at customer sites around the world, helping protect critical process control applications and supporting IT and OT architecture against cyberattacks. The consultant works with customers and internal teams to assess risks, implement and validate security solutions, and help establish effective security practices and standards.

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, 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.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to varied audiences.
High motivation to work in security and interact with customers.
CISSP, GICSP, or similar cybersecurity accreditation from recognized entities such as SANS, ISACA, or (ISC)².
Experience in the design, implementation, or life-cycle support of 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 security best practices and standards.
Draft technical and security-related documents, controls, and packages for customers, as well as 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 adoption of proposed cybersecurity solutions.

Benefits

Market-leading 401(k) plan
Profit-sharing plan
Medical insurance plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Family formation benefits
Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time-off plans, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Training and development opportunities, including mentorship, coaching, project management, and on-the-job training