OT Cybersecurity Consultant

Responsibilities: Conduct OT/ICS security assessments against frameworks such as NERC CIP, IEC 62443/ISA-99, NIST CSF, DOE C2M2, and client requirements Evaluate Purdue Model layers to identify gaps in network segmentation, remote access, asset inventory, and detection coverage Deploy OT-native security tools (Dragos, Claroty, Nozomi) and asset discovery tools (Dragos, RunZero, NetRise) Perform OT-specific threat hunting, IOC analysis, and incident response support in ICS/SCADA environments Develop detailed security assessment reports, risk registers, and remediation roadmaps tailored to operational and business context Support OT security program development including governance, policies, and procedures aligned to client maturity goals Collaborate with client IT/OT teams, system integrators, and OEM vendors to drive practical security outcomes Serve as SME on active OT security pursuits—contributing to RFP responses, solution reviews, and proposal content Contribute to Accenture's OT Security practice through reusable assets, methods, and delivery excellence across engagements Travel may be required (0–100%) depending on business needs and client requirements

Key requirements: Minimum 5 years of OT/ICS experience in environments such as electric utilities, oil & gas, manufacturing, and water/wastewater Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with ICS technologies (SCADA, DCS, EMS/ADMS, RTUs, PLCs, HMIs) and industrial protocols Minimum 3 years cybersecurity experience including vulnerability management, identity and access management in OT contexts, and monitoring/incident response Minimum 3 years experience with common ICS/OT protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, PROFINET, OPC, EtherNet/IP) Minimum 3 years of experience producing and presenting security deliverables to technical and executive audiences Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience; if Associate’s degree, minimum 6 years work experience Effective communication with technical and executive stakeholders Collaborative, cross-functional teamwork Analytical thinking and structured reporting OT/ICS security frameworks (NERC CIP, IEC 62443, NIST CSF, DOE C2M2) Purdue Model understanding OT security tooling (Dragos, Claroty, Nozomi) and asset discovery tools (RunZero, NetRise)