Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Experienced Associate

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Management Level

Job Description & Summary

The OT Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Experienced Associate contributes to the design implementation security and operation of ITOT infrastructures that support safe reliable and efficient industrial operations. The role focuses on applying securebydesign principles Purdue Model segmentation and OT visibility and monitoring solutions working with a moderate level of autonomy and under the guidance of senior specialists.

This role is intended for professionals with solid handson exposure to ICS/SCADA environments industrial networking and OT cybersecurity who actively participate in greenfield and brownfield projects OT modernization initiatives and cybersecurity integration efforts.

1. ITOT Infrastructure & Operations

• Implement and support secure ITOT infrastructure ensuring availability performance and cyber resilience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve recurring ITOT integration and security issues escalating complex problems when required.
• Maintain and validate OT asset inventories (wired wireless and IIoT) to support visibility lifecycle management and monitoring.
• Contribute to technical documentation standards and operational procedures.
• Support infrastructure lifecycle activities across multiple client or internal engagements.

2. OT Cybersecurity Governance & Implementation

• Apply cybersecurity controls and standards aligned with SANS ICS IEC 62443 NIST 80082 and CIS Controls.
• Participate actively in OT security assessments gap analyses and compliance reviews.
• Support deployment and tuning of IDS/IPS and SIEM solutions for OT environments.
• Analyze alerts and events generated by OT cybersecurity platforms (e.g. Dragos Nozomi Claroty Armis) and assist in investigation activities.
• Prepare inputs for security posture risk and compliance reporting.

3. Secure OT Migration & Deployment (Greenfield / Brownfield)

• Participate in OT migration and modernization initiatives supporting secure design and implementation.
• Implement security controls in greenfield OT environments following defined architectures.
• Assess brownfield environments to identify vulnerabilities legacy constraints and remediation opportunities.
• Support network segregation initiatives aligned with the Purdue Model (Levels 05).
• Coordinate with engineering IT and operations teams during deployment and testing phases.

4. OT Network Architecture & Segmentation

• Implement OT network segmentation (zones and conduits) in alignment with IEC 62443 and enterprise standards.
• Configure and support firewalls VLANs routers and switches under defined architectures.
• Participate in segmentation reviews firewall rule validation and access control remediation.
• Maintain and update OT network diagrams zoning documentation and technical controls.

5. Wireless and IIoT Security

• Support deployment and security configuration of wireless OT technologies (WiFi Bluetooth LoRa Zigbee 4G/5G).
• Implement wireless security controls such as 802.1X WPA2/WPA3Enterprise and NAC.
• Assist in identifying wireless vulnerabilities rogue devices and misconfigurations.
• Support integration of IIoT and wireless telemetry into OT security and monitoring platforms.

6. Threat Risk and Control Support

• Identify and support analysis of threats and vulnerabilities affecting OT assets and industrial networks.
• Participate in OT risk assessments and control mapping exercises.
• Support development and documentation of security controls configuration baselines and playbooks.
• Assist in OT incident response activities and lessonslearned reviews.

7. Collaboration & Professional Development

• Collaborate with OT IT cybersecurity and engineering teams across engagements.
• Support remediation of identified security gaps in solution designs or operational environments.
• Demonstrate growing technical independence and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through documentation knowledge sharing and skills development.

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Electronics Telecommunications or Industrial Engineering or related fields.

Experience

• 24 years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity industrial networking IT infrastructure or industrial automation.
• Practical exposure to ICS/SCADA environments critical infrastructure or industrial cybersecurity projects.

Certifications (Preferred)

• CompTIA Security CySA
• SANS GICSP (or actively pursuing)
• ISA/IEC 62443 Fundamentals or Practitioner
• Cisco CCNA / CCNP (or equivalent knowledge)

Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge of ICS/SCADA PLCs and DCS (e.g. Siemens Rockwell Schneider).
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus DNP3 OPCUA Profinet EtherNet/IP).
• Handson experience with Purdue Model segmentation concepts.
• Exposure to OT security and visibility tools (Dragos Nozomi Claroty Armis).
• Experience supporting firewalls IDS/IPS SIEM NAC and VPNs in industrial environments.
• Knowledge of information security principles OT risk management and data protection.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently on defined tasks while collaborating with senior team members.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Awareness of the balance between cybersecurity controls and operational continuity.
• Attention to information management and security best practices.

• Understand the importance of have a correct information management
• Knowledge of Information Security and Data Protection
• Correct Information Security Management

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to ethnicity; creed; color; religion; national origin; age; disability;neurodiversity; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; marital; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an inclusive organization and equal opportunity employer.

Travel Requirements

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