Network & Cybersecurity Engineer - Entry Level

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are People Focused and Project Driven . We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! Whitman, Requardt & Associates (WRA) is currently seeking an entry-level Operations Technology and SCADA System Network & Cybersecurity Engineer in our York, PA office.

This position focuses on the design, implementation, and security of industrial communication networks for water and wastewater facilities. The selected candidate will work alongside WRA’s Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) group to support network architecture, industrial cybersecurity, and system integration for both new and existing infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for candidates with a background or strong interest in networking, cybersecurity, and computer engineering, with an emphasis on applying those skills within industrial control systems (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and operational technology (OT) environments.

Responsibilities Work in a collaborative environment to assist engineers in the design of OT networks and SCADA system architectures. Support the design of industrial communication systems, including fiber optic, Ethernet, cellular, and wireless networks Support the design of instrumentation and control systems including the development of drawings such as process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), electrical diagrams, schematic diagrams, and loop diagrams.

Support the design of cybersecurity measures for SCADA and control systems, including:
Network segmentation and secure zones/conduits Remote access solutions (VPNs, jump hosts, cloud solutions, and RDP gateways) User access control and authentication strategies Participate in cybersecurity assessments using industry frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST CSF),NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, UFGS 25 05 11, American Water Works Association (AWWA) guidance, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) tools Assist in design of SCADA system infrastructure, including server architecture, virtualization, and network integration Prepare technical documentation, including network diagrams, cybersecurity plans, policies, procedures, and control system specifications Coordinate with engineers, IT staff, contractors, and system integrators during design and construction Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for network and SCADA systems Perform field investigations, testing, and commissioning support for communication and control systems Support senior engineers in the development of cybersecurity training for internal employees.

Work with other engineers to create, present, and recommend a best practice approach tailored for specific client needs. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field 0-4 years of relevant experience Strong interest in networking, cybersecurity, and industrial systems (OT/SCADA) Understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs) Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles (firewalls, authentication, access control) Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams) Willingness to learn industrial systems, SCADA platforms, and communication networks Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 10%) for site visits, field investigations, and testing Capability to explain technical…