Operational Technology Cyber Subject Matter Expert

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
McLean, VA
Salary
$112,800–$257,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 1662 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Operational Technology Cyber Subject Matter Expert

The Operational Technology Cyber Subject Matter Expert joins the team to help shape the future of operational technology security across state and local government, civilian agencies, and critical infrastructure sectors. You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders, leading the development of innovative cybersecurity solutions for industrial control systems, SCADA environments, and cyber-physical systems. Daily responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, developing cybersecurity strategies, and architecting solutions for threat detection, secure remote operations, and Zero Trust implementation. You will utilize knowledge of industrial networking, cyber resilience frameworks, and standards like NIST 800-82 and ISA/IEC 62443. The role requires expertise in OT cybersecurity principles to ensure mission sustainment and operational reliability while addressing the unique challenges of IT/OT convergence and industrial cybersecurity.

What you'll do

  • Lead the development of innovative OT cybersecurity solutions for industrial control systems and SCADA environments.
  • Conduct OT cybersecurity risk assessments and security architecture reviews for critical infrastructure.
  • Develop cybersecurity strategies and modernization plans for state, local, and public sector organizations.
  • Partner with OT and cybersecurity OEMs to evaluate and integrate emerging security capabilities.
  • Architect solutions that strengthen security while supporting operational objectives and mission continuity.
  • Guide clients in implementing Zero Trust, threat detection, and secure remote operations.
  • Define repeatable solution offerings for cyber survivability and operational resilience.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to executive leaders and operational stakeholders regarding cyber risk.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience supporting OT, ICS, SCADA, critical infrastructure, or industrial cybersecurity environments.
  • 5+ years of experience conducting OT cybersecurity risk assessments, security architecture reviews, or resilience assessments.
  • Experience developing cybersecurity strategies, roadmaps, or modernization plans for critical infrastructure or public sector organizations.
  • Experience working with OT cybersecurity OEMs and industrial technology providers to evaluate, implement, or integrate cybersecurity capabilities.
  • Knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles, cyber-physical systems, industrial networking, and risk management methodologies.
  • Ability to develop client-focused OT cybersecurity solutions and engage senior leadership to provide strategic recommendations.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree; CISSP, GICSP, CRISC, CISM, or GRID certification.

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