Senior Cyber Networking Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Cyber Networking Engineer role at Gray Matter
. At Gray Matter, we transform operations and empower people. Our consulting, implementation, and technology curation services help industrial companies modernize production environments and support operators on the plant floor. Clients collaborate with us to achieve manufacturing efficiency goals, create intuitive data visualizations, reduce cybersecurity threats, and guide digital transformation initiatives.

Gray Matter is dedicated to building a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our culture encourages learning, collaboration, and values Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork. We are seeking a Senior Cyber / Networking Engineer to join our team. The role requires above‑average attention to detail, a commitment to task completion, and a disciplined, cautious approach.

• Execute cybersecurity risk and vulnerability assessments for customers using an industry‑leading methodology.
• Design, consult, and provide recommendations for securing IT and OT networks and systems.
• Troubleshoot advanced cyber‑security solutions to resolve customer issues.
• Consult with clients to holistically solve networking and security challenges.
• Develop solutions internally and through partners to solve identified security challenges.
• Work with solution architects to develop project scopes for solving client challenges.
• This is a remote working position with expected independent travel up to 50% including client location and international travel.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Science, Computer Science) or a minimum of 8 years of experience in the field.

• Broad knowledge related to IT infrastructures.
• Expert networking skills including troubleshooting all layers of the OSI model.
• Familiarity with standards and frameworks such as ISA 62243, IEC 27001, NIST SP 800, NIST CSF, and/or NERC CIP.
• Fundamental understanding of operational technologies such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), SCADA software, RTUs, HMIs, and DCS.
• Fundamental understanding of the Purdue Reference Model for Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity.
• Fundamental understanding of industrial protocols and interoperability; CIP, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC‑UA, MODBUS, MQTT, and Modbus.
• Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / Operational Technology (OT) experience is a plus.

• Enjoys solving problems, researching solutions, and thinking outside the box.
• Is comfortable explaining tech to a CTO or explaining cyber‑security 101 to the sales department.
• Embraces teamwork, collaboration, brainstorming, and working together toward common goals.
• Can balance competing demands and manage multiple priorities with ease.
• Advocates for our clients with a solid commitment to customer service and follow‑through.

The target annual base compensation for this position is $140,000‑$160,000, based upon relevant qualifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment.
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits available such as long‑term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA, and FSA.