Senior OT Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Description
Robotics Technologies is hiring a Senior OT Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen the security posture of operational technology environments. This onsite role in Atlanta, GA focuses on protecting OT/ICS/SCADA networks through architecture, segmentation, and practical firewall configuration.
The position also includes rail-focused security work, where familiarity with train networks and industrial communication patterns is essential. The contract runs for 6 months with the possibility of extension.
Role focus
- Secure OT network deployment and security architecture for ICS/SCADA environments
- Design and implement network segmentation and a secure OT DMZ
- Configure Palo Alto or Cisco firewalls to support OT/industrial security needs
- Apply knowledge from rail security efforts, including train networks, onboard systems, fleet monitoring, or wayside infrastructure
Key responsibilities
- Hands-on experience with OT, ICS, SCADA network deployment and security architecture
- Strong experience implementing network segmentation, secure DMZ design, and DMZ execution
- Hands-on firewall configuration using Palo Alto or Cisco platforms
- Experience securing train networks, onboard systems, fleet monitoring, or wayside infrastructure
Requirements
- 8+ years of Cybersecurity / Network Engineering experience
- Knowledge of TSA Rail Security Directives, NIST SP 800-82, and IEC 62443
- Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols
- Good communication skills and ability to work EST hours
- Must be available for quarterly travel to Washington, DC / Northeast Corridor
Technologies and standards
- Palo Alto firewalls
- Cisco firewalls
- TSA Rail Security Directives
- NIST SP 800-82
- IEC 62443
- OT, ICS, SCADA
Additional details
- Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)
- Salary: USD 78 per hour
- Experience level: 8+ years
- Duration: 6 Months + Extension
- Domain exposure: Banking & Finance
- Client: To Be Discussed Later
- Employment type: W-2, 1099, C2C
- Work authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
- Job ID: J54317
- Location field: Atlanta, GA