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OT Security Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Strong technical writing and briefing skills for decisiongrade technical reports and executive summaries. * Desired: * Prior DoD/ARNG/criticalinfrastructure OT cybersecurity experience.

Strong technical writing and briefing skills for decisiongrade technical reports and executive summaries. * Desired: * Prior DoD/ARNG/criticalinfrastructure OT cybersecurity experience.

... with executive leadership and external regulators. • Familiarity with ICS/OT cybersecurity in ... energy or defense environments. • Prior work with COMSEC, insider threat programs, or physical ...

... with executive leadership and external regulators. • Familiarity with ICS/OT cybersecurity in ... energy or defense environments. • Prior work with COMSEC, insider threat programs, or physical ...

Design customized OT cybersecurity solutions leveraging Fortinet's product suite, ensuring ... Deliver engaging presentations to diverse audiences, including technical stakeholders, executives ...

Design customized OT cybersecurity solutions leveraging Fortinet's product suite, ensuring ... Deliver engaging presentations to diverse audiences, including technical stakeholders, executives ...

Design customized OT cybersecurity solutions leveraging Fortinet's product suite, ensuring ... Deliver engaging presentations to diverse audiences, including technical stakeholders, executives ...

Establish cybersecurity requirements and governance for OT systems in partnership with IT and ... Executive-level communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical strategy into ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive ot cybersecurity in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive OT Cybersecurity vs Cybersecurity Manager?

AspectExecutive OT CybersecurityCybersecurity Manager
CertificationsCISSP, CISA, GIACCISSP, CISA, CompTIA Security+
Work EnvironmentOperational Technology (OT) environments, industrial control systemsIT security teams, corporate networks
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, energy, utilitiesFinancial, healthcare, tech companies

Executive OT Cybersecurity professionals focus on securing industrial control systems and operational technology environments, often in manufacturing or energy sectors. Cybersecurity Managers oversee broader IT security strategies across various industries. While both roles require similar certifications, their work environments and industry focus differ significantly, with Executive OT Cybersecurity roles emphasizing OT security leadership.

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OT Security Specialist

OT Security Specialist

Peraton

Herndon, VA • On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Peraton rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative OT Security Specialist to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and evaluate OT security controls across ICS, SCADA, DCS, PLCs, and other missioncritical OT environments.
  • Develop OT security architectures, segmentation strategies, and hardening baselines aligned with NIST SP 80082, ISA/IEC 62443, DoD, and Army requirements.
  • Analyze OT network traffic, device configurations, and protocol behavior to identify security gaps, operational risks, and adversary activity.
  • Define highvalue OT log sources, detection use cases, and behavioral analytics to inform monitoring and detection engineering.
  • Oversee vulnerability assessments, OT risk evaluations, and red/blueteam validation exercises to assess defensive resilience.
  • Coordinate crossteam integration with SOC, CIRT, engineering, facilities, RCCARNG, NETCOM, and ARCYBER to align OT cybersecurity with mission needs.
  • Lead OT incident response: forensic collection, impact assessment, containment, remediation, and system restoration activities.
  • Produce technical reports, architectural recommendations, POA&Ms, and executive briefings to inform enterprise modernization and risk decisions.
  • Drive continuous improvement by evaluating emerging OT security technologies, updating baselines, and refining operational workflows for safety and mission readiness.

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Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance.

  • Candidate must meet ONE of the following:

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field; OR
    • Relevant DoD/military training (examples: DAF 462 (Intermediate) (ICS); DAF 462 (Intermediate) (CS3300)); OR
    • Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (Certification: Pending Review).
  • Required experience and skills:

    • OT/ICS cybersecurity, network engineering, or controlsystems experience with at least 5+ years leading OT security efforts in industrial or DoD environments.
    • Deep expertise in OT protocols, device architectures, segmentation/zoning, secure remote access, and safetyaware security measures.
    • Proven ability to design and validate OT detection use cases, run OTspecific telemetry analysis, and translate findings into mitigations and POA&Ms.
    • Experience leading OT incident response, forensic collection in industrial environments, and coordinating crossfunctional containment/remediation.
    • Strong technical writing and briefing skills for decisiongrade technical reports and executive summaries.
  • Desired:

    • Prior DoD/ARNG/criticalinfrastructure OT cybersecurity experience.
    • Professional certs (preferred): CISSP; CompTIA CASP+ (CASP+ CE).
    • Familiarity with OT monitoring platforms, protocol analyzers, and integration of OT telemetry into SOC/CIRT toolchains.

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Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017