Senior OT/ICS Security Engineer
Build the Future with AspenView Technology Partners
At AspenView, we are passionate about transforming the way organizations approach technology. We specialize in creating high-performing, nearshore IT teams to help North American clients innovate faster and more efficiently. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for exceptional people to join our team and help drive impactful change across industries.
Why Join AspenView?
At AspenView, we’re more than a nearshore IT partner—we’re apeople-first, purpose-drivencompany that believes great culture drives great outcomes. We’re passionate about connecting talent and technology to deliver measurable value for clients—and meaningful career paths for our people.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive base
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness support
- Flexible work model: hybrid, remote, or in-office
- Real growth opportunities and leadership visibility
- Inclusive, respectful culture that blends U.S. innovation with Colombian heart
- A company that listens, invests in you, and celebrates wins together
TheSenior OT/ICS Security Engineeris responsible for securing the critical infrastructure that powers our Client’s industrial operations. Unlike traditional IT security, this role focuses on the availability, safety, and integrity ofOperational Technology (OT)environments, including manufacturing plants, control systems, and IIoT devices.
You will be the hands-on expert designing secure network segmentations (Purdue Model), performing deep packet inspection of industrial protocols, and ensuring that PLCs and HMIs are protected against evolving cyber threats without disrupting production.
What you will do:
OT Network Defense & Discovery
- Implement and managenetwork discoveryand anomaly detection solutions specifically designed for industrial environments.
- PerformDeep Packet Inspection (DPI)across critical OT protocols, includingModbus, DNP3, Profinet, OPC UA, and IEC 104.
- Design and deploysecure remote accessand micro-segmentation strategies to isolate control networks from enterprise IT environments.
Vulnerability & Risk Management
- Execute technicalvulnerability assessmentson industrial hardware, including PLCs, HMIs, and embedded systems.
- Lead the remediation of security gaps in the shop floor and field environments while maintaining high system availability.
- Map industrial security controls to global frameworks such asISA/IEC 62443andNIST 800-82.
Industrial Security Architecture
- Collaborate with automation and plant engineers to implement "security by design" in new IIoT and ICS deployments.
- Monitor for lateral movement and industrial-specific threats using specialized OT security monitoring tools.
- Develop and document technical standards for industrial system hardening and incident response in the field.
Tools & Technologies:
- OT Visibility Tools:Experience with Claroty, Nozomi Networks, Dragos, or Microsoft Defender for IoT.
- Industrial Protocols:Deep understanding of Modbus, DNP3, Profinet, OPC UA, and EtherNet/IP.
- Network Security:Industrial Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco ISA, Palo Alto) and unidirectional gateways (Data Diodes).
- Compliance Standards:Practical application ofISA/IEC 62443andNIST 800-82.
What you bring:
- 5–8+ yearsof experience in Cybersecurity, with a primary focus onIndustrial Control Systems (ICS)orOperational Technology (OT).
- Technical Depth:Ability to analyze industrial traffic and identify misconfigurations or malicious behavior in non-IT environments.
- Operational Awareness:Deep understanding of the "Safety-First" mindset required when working with production-critical assets.
- Framework Expertise:Proven experience implementing international industrial security standards.
- Background:Often comes from an Electronic, Mechatronic, or Systems Engineering background with a pivot to security.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
AspenView is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating an environment where all employees feel welcome, valued, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where all individuals, regardless of their race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic, can thrive. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to join our team and make a lasting impact.
Visa Sponsorship Disclaimer EU
AspenView does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in their country of residence.