Federal Operational Technology Cybersecurity Senior Technologist

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Your impact

We’re seeking a Federal Operational Technology Cybersecurity Senior Technologist to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. You’ll have the opportunity to use your vast experience in the industry and apply it to solving today’s challenges.

As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide by providing a range

This position will be responsible for leading the design of multiple Federal Design Team projects incorporating Industrial Control System cybersecurity. Additionally will be required to assist in execution of cybersecurity technology solutions for Jacobs People & Places Solutions to include governance, risk, and compliance, Department of Defense Risk Management Framework specification development, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-82R2 and NIST 800-53R5 policy development and consulting across the global community. Project work will include on-site vulnerability assessments and various consulting efforts. Must have familiarity with the Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC 4-010-06) and the Unified Facilities Guideline Specifications (UFGS). Primary focus will be Jacobs Department of Defense clients to include US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Navy Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), and Air Force Civil Engineering Center (AFCEC). Other clients include DOT, DHS, TSA, FTA, FAA, and various federal agencies.

Travel is required for this position estimated at 25%.

This is a teleworker position and will be required to attend meetings in Birmingham office on an as needed basis.

This position will provide technical industrial control system cybersecurity design guidance for SCADA, PLC’s, DDC’s and Operational Technology (OT) components utilizing protocols such as LonWorks, BACnet, TCP/IP and others. Work with minimal direction and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders as needed. Jacobs F&ES performs cybersecurity services for industrial control systems, building automation systems, transportation control systems, aviation control systems, and other various Federal Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems. This is an Industrial Control System/Operational Technology (OT) position.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, cybersecurity, information systems, computer science or related field
• Cybersecurity certification as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) or both, or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• At least 5 years experience working in the cybersecurity field which may include governance, risk, and compliance, penetration testing, design and architecture, security operations center, client consulting or other related cybersecurity experience.
• United States Citizenship.
  
  
  

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Ability to perform automated vulnerability assessments on an as needed basis.
• Support project teams to achieve client expectations for quality, schedule and budget.
• Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost and scheduling performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment with multiple disciplines to include, but not limited to electrical engineers, civil engineers, architects, mechanical engineers, and project managers.
  
  
  

Posted Salary Range Minimum

120,400.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

182,050.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $120,400.00 to $182,050.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

This position will be open for at least 3 days.