Operational Technology Specialist
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Job description
CompTech is seeking a highly skilled Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Specialist to support enterprise-scale OT Asset Management (AM) and System Visibility (SV) initiatives across DLA's critical infrastructure. This role is focused on securing, analyzing, and enhancing visibility into OT environments, enabling risk-informed decisions across thousands of mission-critical systems.
You will operate at the intersection of cybersecurity, industrial control systems (ICS), and network analysis, supporting environments that underpin national logistics and facility operations., * Lead OT asset discovery, system identification, and inventory validation across complex ICS environments
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Perform packet capture and traffic analysis using tools such as Wireshark
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Access and collect system data using Unix, Linux, and PowerShell
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Navigate network infrastructure (e.g., switches and network layers) to retrieve configurations
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Conduct operational technology asset inventory and data cataloging
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Troubleshoot Tier 2-level network and system issues
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Coordinate site access with installation support teams prior to travel
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Communicate scheduling and access needs (e.g., communications closets) with site personnel
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Escalate access or technical issues through appropriate leadership channels
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Maintain accurate documentation of collected data and findings
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Support to 250,000 OT/ICS devices across globally distributed DLA infrastructure
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Systems include Facility-Related Control Systems: HVAC, fuel systems, utilities, security, fire protection, and material handling
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Direct impact on mission-critical logistics and infrastructure resilience
Travel Expectations:
- Extensive travel required (approximately 60-80% of the time)
- Assignments typically involve spending up to seven consecutive days at each site
- Frequent transitions between multiple locations
- Candidates must be comfortable with prolonged travel schedules and dynamic work environments
Requirements
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US Citizen
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Secret Security Clearance
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CompTIA Security+
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5+ years of formal experience in OT, ICS, cybersecurity, or network analysis roles
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Hands-on experience with OT/ICS technologies: PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial network protocols
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Strong understanding of OT cybersecurity principles, including threat vectors, segmentation, and system hardening
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Experience assessing and securing OT environments aligned with DoD RMF / NIST frameworks
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Proficiency in network traffic analysis, packet capture, and protocol inspection
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Ability to retrieve and analyze configurations across networked and industrial systems
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Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools (e.g., PowerShell)
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Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable risk insights
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Excellent communication skills with experience briefing technical findings to stakeholders
Benefits & conditions
- $110k - $120k, benefits, 401k+matching