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Cybersecurity Operational Technology; OT) Specialist; Remote - Travel

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, USA
Listing for: Chinook Systems
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 115000 - 135000 USD Yearly USD 115000.00 135000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Work:

As a Cybersecurity Operational Technology (OT) Specialist
, you will serve a part of an integrated team of engineering and cybersecurity experts to support Chinook’s growth in Industrial Controls System (ICS) Cybersecurity. You will consult with clients in the secure design of ICSEC environments, conduct cybersecurity inventories and risk assessments, develop security documentation, and design and implement ICSEC cybersecurity solutions. In this role, you will be diligent, proactive, solutions oriented and a facilitator of success for team members, both internal and external.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make an impact in the growing markets of sustainability, resiliency and cybersecurity.

This position is REMOTE, but you must be able to travel to client sites up to 50% of the time. The majority of our clients are in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States, especially in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Citizenship / Clearance Requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance based on customer and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform detailed technical analysis of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and integrate cyber security solutions.
  • Identify operational issues and implement modifications and / or upgrades to increase cyber resilience.
  • Conduct inventories and risk assessments for critical infrastructure.
  • Perform industrial controls system testing, hardening and monitoring.
  • Perform detailed analysis of events and implement risk management procedures and / or processes.
  • Maintain expertise in the cyber security capabilities of operational technology vendor hardware and software.
  • Assess and evaluate computer / network systems technologies, architectures, and products.
  • Remain abreast of current cyber security policies, standards and guidelines for critical infrastructure.
  • Resolve technical issues and keep other departments within the business abreast of their status.
  • Execute the planning, design, development and implementation of technical controls, procedures and policy associated with compliance to NIST, ISA / IEC 62443, DoD RMF and OT Zero Trust requirements.
  • Review designs and specifications for operational technology systems including secure systems integration.
  • Actively participate in the development of company processes and procedures.
  • Attend company meetings, training seminars, and functions.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of relevant OT experience.
  • IAT Level II Certification (Security+, GICSP, etc.).
  • Experience designing and configuring servers, switches, workstations.
  • Experience designing and programming control system devices.
  • Experience working with RMF and NIST 800-53.
  • Experience working with UFGS 25 05 11.
  • Experience working with cyber security tools, e.g. Wireshark, Nessus, STIG Viewer, SCAP Tool.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Teams, MS Project, PowerPoint).
  • A valid State Issued Driver's License and the ability to travel to various work sites.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance.
  • IAT Level III Certification (CISSP).
  • Certifications in Cisco, Juniper, Moxa and/or other Network Switches.
  • Certifications in MS Windows Server, Active Directory, Enterprise OS.
  • Certifications in Linux Operating Systems.
Physical Considerations:
  • Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
  • Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
  • Must…
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