Applied Control Engineering

OT Cybersecurity Engineer

Baltimore, Maryland · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$82k-$800kDetected 33 days ago

CybersecurityProject ManagementRoboticsPLCMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringControlsFirewallCiscoLeadershipCommunicationSCADA

About the role

As a Controls Engineer at ACE, you will join a project team delivering automation projects to customers.
Your primary job functions will include:

Architect, deploy, and document OT network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls, VLANs, DMZs) and Windows server environments that support industrial control systems.
Build and maintain Windows environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and WSUS patch management.
Are you looking for a career where you will have an immediate impact and drive projects to a successful completion?
In this role, you will contribute to the design, deployment, and hardening of OT networks and systems, driving projects from kickoff to close-out and supporting junior engineers.
This is a hands-on engineering role focused on building and securing servers and networks for industrial control systems including documenting system hardening and deploying security tools.
We partner with customers from initial risk assessment through implementation, monitoring, and ongoing security operations.

Three+ (3+) hands-on experience in industrial networking, system administration in an industrial environment, or a closely related discipline.
Strong working knowledge of managed switches, routers, and firewalls (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent)-comfortable with both CLI and GUI configuration.
Willing to work off-hours when required.

Industry certifications: GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificate, CISSP, CCNA/CCNP, or equivalent.
Direct experience with industrial control systems (DCS, PLC/HMI, SCADA) in manufacturing, utilities, or energy.
Hands-on exposure to OT-specific security tools such as Claroty, Nozomi Networks, Dragos, or Tenable.ot.
For more information about Applied Control Engineering, Inc. (ACE), please visit our website at www.ace-net.com.
ACE is committed to a drug-free workplace.
All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening.
ACE is an equal opportunity employer.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to meet any of the above qualifications, please contact Human Resources.

Demonstrated expertise with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and patching workflows.
Virtualization experience (VMware, Hyper-V).
Experience designing and implementing network segmentation, firewall rule sets, and secure architectures in industrial settings.
Familiarity with OT security frameworks and standards (IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, or similar).
Familiarity with process control or other manufacturing processes.
Proven experience in delivering projects to success conclusion.
Ability to handle a project through its entire lifecycle.
Thorough knowledge of business application software (MS Office package).
Displays a positive and professional demeanor.
Translate complex risk findings into clear, compelling narratives for both plant-floor operators and executive stakeholders.

Applied Control Engineering, Inc. (ACE) provides employees with a comprehensive and attractive benefits package and salary ranges commensurate with experience.

ACE's vision is for continued growth to meet the automation challenges of America's manufacturing industries.

Applied Control Engineering, Inc. (ACE) is seeking an OT Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as a trusted technical advisor to our customers.
ACE serves our customers out of nine offices in seven states (Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Texas).

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