Senior Defensive Security Consultant
SpecterOps90,000 - 160,000 USD/year
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
$60,000 – $90,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & Services, CybersecurityIndustries
Requirements
Candidates must possess a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in IT, with at least 5 years of experience specifically in Operational Technology (OT) or Internet of Things (IoT) security or architecture. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required, or equivalent demonstrated experience. Knowledge of relevant standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, ISO27000, and NIST series is essential, along with experience writing and updating OT/IoT security policies and procedures. Demonstrated specialty skills in areas like Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) are also required. Furthermore, the ability to obtain a Government security clearance is necessary.
Responsibilities
The Cyber Security Consultant - OT will consult and lead teams to build and audit a secure OT/IoT architecture, present relevant and secure architectures to solve client problems, identify and present security implications of implementations, recommend OT/IoT changes to address security risks and non-compliance, maintain awareness of client business requirements, and effectively communicate with management, technical teams, and stakeholders. The role also involves presenting proposed security architectures to various audiences and participating in system certification preparation.
Skills
ISA/IEC 62443
ISO27000
NIST
Zero Trust Architecture
Multi-Factor Authentication
Role-Based Access Control
OT Security
IoT Security
Security Policies
Security Audits
Architecture Design
Risk Assessment
Stakeholder Communication
DXC Technology
IT services for enterprise modernization and management
About DXC Technology
DXC Technology provides IT services to large enterprises, focusing on modernizing their critical systems and operations. The company uses the Enterprise Technology Stack to enhance IT infrastructure, optimize data architectures, and ensure security across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid. DXC operates on a contractual basis, offering consulting, system integration, and managed services to help clients improve their IT operations. What sets DXC apart from competitors is its strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility, which has earned it recognition as one of the Most Responsible Companies. The goal of DXC Technology is to be a trusted partner for enterprises, helping them achieve scalable and secure IT solutions while promoting inclusion and diversity within its workforce.
Key Metrics
McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$14.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees