Join Jacobs in a Houston hybrid role supporting cybersecurity work across Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS).

Support senior cybersecurity engineers in evaluating, testing, and securing OT/ICS and SCADA environments
Assist with cybersecurity assessments, including vulnerability identification, risk analysis, and documentation of findings
Help with the design and implementation of secure OT networks aligned to industry cybersecurity standards and best practices
Assist with configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network and security technologies (firewalls, switches, servers, virtual machines)
Participate in OT network monitoring, security reviews, and cybersecurity risk assessments
Contribute to technical documentation, assessment reports, and recommended security improvements
Collaborate with SCADA, instrumentation, controls, and engineering teams to support secure integration of industrial systems
Assist with cybersecurity incident investigations, including data collection and preliminary analysis
Support implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity tools and technologies used to protect industrial environments
Participate in project site visits to assess and support ICS networks and security infrastructure
Learn and apply cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and methodologies relevant to industrial environments

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
0–3 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT networking, systems administration, industrial automation, or related technical work; internships, academic projects, and technical training considered
Foundational networking knowledge including TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, and network security
Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, vulnerabilities, risk management, and security best practices
Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
Interest in developing expertise in OT, ICS, and SCADA environments
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and communicate findings effectively
Willingness to learn new technologies, security frameworks, and industrial control systems

Internship, academic, or professional experience involving OT/ICS, SCADA, industrial automation, or critical infrastructure
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, or IEC 61850
Basic knowledge of NIST cybersecurity guidelines, IEC 62443, or NERC CIP
Familiarity with Purdue Enterprise Reference Architecture or Zero Trust principles
Exposure to network monitoring, vulnerability assessment, or cybersecurity tools
Experience or coursework involving firewalls, virtualization, Active Directory, or DNS
Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, or industrial networking equipment
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK or ATT&CK for ICS
Foundational cybersecurity or networking certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, Cisco CCNA, or equivalent
Interest in industrial cybersecurity, IoT, and emerging security technologies

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock

Location: Houston, TX (hybrid)

Salary: USD 80,000 - 95,000 per year

Jr OT Cybersecurity Engineer

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