OT Security SpecialistLocation: Granite City, ILDuration: 12 MonthsPay Range: $55-$60/hr on W2Key Responsibilities:Liaison & Governance: Serve as the dedicated security consultant for plant operations and process control SMEs; attend operational and process control meetings to align site-level goals with corporate cybersecurity standards.Asset & Risk Management: Facilitate the maintenance of accurate OT asset inventories and conduct system boundary security assessments to ensure network visibility and compliance.Resilience & Response: Lead the development and maintenance of incident response and recovery plans tailored to the OT environment. Serve as the on-site lead for security incident triage and coordination.Technical Support: Oversee OT network segmentation activities, including the planning, scheduling, and approval of firewall policies and network configuration changes in coordination with Corporate Cybersecurity.Risk Remediation: Identify and assist in the remediation of risks for non-compliant networks and devices, including Wireless, IIoT, and legacy systems.Safety & Availability: Ensure all security controls are implemented with an "availability-first" mindset, prioritizing plant safety and production uptime.Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.Experience: 3+ years in cybersecurity, network engineering, or controls engineering.Industry Focus: 1–2 years of experience supporting OT/ICS environments in manufacturing, utilities, or similar industrial settings.Technical Skills: Deep understanding of network architecture, security controls, and IT/OT protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, PROFINET).Communication: Ability to explain complex technical risks and concepts in a clear, easy-to-understand format for non-technical stakeholders.