Graduate Engineer, Mission Critical OT Cybersecurity

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Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Req  : 113734

Opportunity Type : College full time

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No


The Opportunity


In this role, under close supervision, you will have the opportunity to learn and build upon cybersecurity design within Federal projects focused on resiliency, redundancy, and reliability. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with engineering staff on projects of medium to high complexity or serve as a technical specialist providing knowledge and expertise. This role allows for the opportunity to be a pioneer in the fast-growing field of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity.


The Team


Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. provides a full range of services to U.S. Government agencies and departments. With more than 100 years of experience serving this client base, the team delivers one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives unique to these agencies. Primary focus areas include Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Programs, Classified projects, and Environmental work.


Key Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, provide cybersecurity solutions for Federal facilities, including MILCON facilities such as headquarters, data centers, equipment maintenance facilities, hangars, housing, training centers, intelligence/command centers, generation stations, HEMP-protected facilities, SCIF designs, laboratories, aviation facilities, and other Federal facilities.
• Secure Facility Related Control Systems for mission-critical facilities using the Risk Management Framework process.
• Produce design deliverables such as cybersecurity control lists, cybersecurity specifications, and design analysis documents to protect a variety of control systems from cyberattacks.
• Collaborate with engineering project teams on conceptual designs and design reviews.
• Think critically and solve problems with unique solutions.
• Present and speak with clients in public settings, either in person or via conference calls.
• Travel occasionally for client meetings or site visits.
• Learn and apply standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and Black & Veatch policies and procedures.
• Ensure deliverables are accurate and compliant by continually developing knowledge of the Black & Veatch Quality Program.
• Stay current with updates and changes to standards in the fast-paced OT cybersecurity field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related work experience designing, programming, or installing one or more of the following systems:
• • • Electronic Security
    • Building Control Systems
    • HVAC Systems
    • Fire Alarm Systems
    • Power Control Systems
• Knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework principles to reduce vulnerability to cyber-attacks.
• Working knowledge of basic IT infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients.


Work Environment


Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.


Salary Plan


ENS:
Eng & Technical Specialties


Job Grade


014
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