Operational Technology Cybersecurity Analyst

The OT Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining cybersecurity controls and technologies in field operations environments, ensuring secure connectivity and protection of operational technology (OT) systems and field-based assets.

Requirements

• Deploy and maintain cybersecurity tools and configurations for field-based systems, including SCADA, IoT devices, and industrial control systems.
• Monitor network traffic and system logs for anomalies or potential threats in field environments.
• Ensure secure connectivity for field operations, including frac and data vans, drilling sites, and remote facilities.
• Enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and access controls in field operations.
• Validate compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).
• Maintain documentation of security configurations and audit readiness for field systems.
• Act as first responder for cybersecurity incidents in field locations, performing triage and escalation as needed.
• Investigate security alerts and coordinate with SOC and IT teams for resolution.
• Provide root cause analysis and recommend preventive measures for recurring issues.
• Partner with OT engineers, IT infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity architects to align security controls with operational needs.
• Support field personnel with secure access, authentication, and endpoint protection.
• Communicate security risks and remediation plans to field leadership and technical teams.
• Identify opportunities to enhance security posture in field environments through automation and advanced monitoring.
• Stay current with emerging threats and technologies relevant to OT and field cybersecurity.
• Recommend upgrades and improvements to field security architecture.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Health insurance