Senior ICS Cybersecurity Operator (On-Site - TS/SCI) Job at JFL Consulting, LLC

Senior ICS Cybersecurity Operator

Primary Place of Performance: Springfield, VA
Mandatory Requirements: U.S. Citizenship and TS/SCI Clearance
Years of Experience: Sr Level (6+ Years)

We are seeking a skilled and vigilant Senior Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Cybersecurity Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats and ensuring the continuous, safe operation of our industrial control systems. If you are passionate about networking, have the requisite skills and qualifications, and are looking for an opportunity to grow within a dynamic organization, this position may be for you.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong experience with PCAP collection, security monitoring, threat hunting, packet analysis, malware analysis, signature development, shell scripting.
• Proficiency in network security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms
• Strong understanding of industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC)
• Extensive experience with firewalls and network TAP technologies.
• Possess troubleshooting skills in problems with software and hardware.
• Configuring, managing, and maintaining networking equipment.
• Possess working knowledge of DoD’s IT system and network certification and accreditation processes to include system security authorization agreements.
• Installing, configuring, and administering software applications.
• Working knowledge of Computer Network vulnerability/compliance analysis software.
• Familiarity with ICS-specific security frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-82, IEC 62443, and DoD Risk Management Framework [RMF])
• Experience with common ICS/SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens, Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation)
• Knowledge of IT and OT network architectures and security best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Duties to Include but not limited to:

• Monitor ICS networks and systems for security events and anomalies.
• Perform regular vulnerability assessments on ICS environments.
• Inventory and assess security controls specific to ICS/SCADA systems.
• Conduct log analysis and correlate security events across multiple platforms.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of ICS security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement security measures without disrupting operations.
• Participate in incident response drills and contribute to the continuous improvement of response plans.
• Provide technical insights and recommendations to the customer in verbal and written reports.
• Stay current with emerging ICS threats and vulnerabilities.
• Travel: Up to 30-50% travel required and the ability to travel on short notice.

Required Education and Experience:

• Preferred to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field such as computer science or engineering.
  • In lieu of a degree, 3+ years of direct related cyber security or ICS/OT/SCADA cyber security operational experience may be substituted.
• Required Minimum Active DOD TS/SCI Clearance.
• US citizenship and ability to pass extensive background checks.
• ICS/OT Cyber Operators must hold at minimum the following certifications:
  • IAT Level III and as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, 8140.01-03 and as amended.
  • Preferred:
    • ICS Specific Certifications such as GICSP, GRID, GCIP, etc

Competitive benefits package includes:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision plan for each employee and dependents.
• 401(k) plan retirement plan with 3% company match and vesting from day one.
• Generous leave policy including 15 vacation days.
• Reimbursement for job-related certifications, generous training budget and company provided access to training platforms.

About JFL Consulting, LLC
 With more than twenty years of securing some of the U.S. Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community’s most critical networks, JFL Consulting, LLC provides advanced network security solutions to a range of US Government and US commercial clients. Our cybersecurity operators are experts at assessing and defending mission-critical data and the networks that facilitate their operation. We are focused on delivering advanced products and industry best practices that meet each customer’s unique requirements. Visit www.jflconsulting.com.

JFL Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: race, religion or creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class under federal, state or local statute. It is also the policy of JFL Consulting, LLC to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
 

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