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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for operational technology in Boston, MA is $26.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $29.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Operational Technology (OT) job involves managing, securing, and maintaining hardware and software that control industrial equipment, processes, and critical infrastructure. OT professionals work in industries like manufacturing, energy, transportation, and utilities to ensure the reliability and security of systems such as SCADA, PLCs, and IIoT devices. Their responsibilities include system integration, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and compliance with industry standards. As OT and IT systems become increasingly interconnected, OT roles are critical in protecting against cyber threats and ensuring operational efficiency.

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To thrive in an Operational Technology role, you need a solid understanding of industrial control systems, networking, and cybersecurity, often supported by a degree in engineering, information technology, or a related field. Familiarity with SCADA, PLC programming, and certifications such as ISA/IEC 62443 or CompTIA Security+ are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication skills help you excel when addressing complex technical issues and coordinating with operations teams. These competencies are essential to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of critical industrial processes while mitigating operational risks.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Operational Technology professional?

Operational Technology professionals are responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting industrial control systems, such as SCADA and PLC networks, to ensure reliable plant or facility operations. Their daily tasks often include performing system updates and patches, responding to equipment alarms, coordinating with IT and operations teams, and conducting routine cybersecurity checks. They may also be involved in project work, such as integrating new automation technologies or optimizing existing processes. This role requires hands-on technical work combined with ongoing collaboration to address both immediate issues and long-term improvements.
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Cyber Systems Analyst, Operational Technology Focus

Cyber Systems Analyst, Operational Technology Focus

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Lexington, MA • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Come and help defend the nation in cyberspace! In the Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, we research challenging technical problems in cyber security, develop new technologies, and prototype first-of-a-kind systems. We have particular focus on enabling human operators and improving operational systems, orienting our work toward strong practical impact.
We work across a variety of cutting-edge national-security applications:

  • Quantifying risk posed by adversary cyber threats to key national security missions
  • Enhancing the cyber security and resilience of critical infrastructure and other operational technology
  • Protecting and defending U.S. weapon systems in cyber contested environments
  • Helping the nation's cyber operators do their jobs better, faster, and at greater scale
  • Creating game-changing capabilities for defensive cyberspace operations
As an interdisciplinary group, we innovate by drawing insights from computer science, software engineering, data engineering, data science, artificial intelligence/machine learning, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, physics, and allied technical fields. We collaborate with research partners across MIT, offering frequent opportunities to team and learn in new areas. If you want a career in R&D with the opportunity to have real impact on important problems, join us!
Job Description:
As a Cyber Systems Analyst, you will apply your expertise in cyber security and Operational Technology to defining how the nation will increase the cyber resilience of some of its most critical and vulnerable systems. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Analyzing OT systems and systems that use OT, informed by both the missions they support and potential threats, to discover and communicate cyber risk to mission.
  • Applying systems-level thinking to understand mission impacts and threats to systems that intersect with OT, or go beyond OT.
  • Diving deep with real data and systems.
  • Proposing novel solutions to enhance cyber resilience and defensibility, and prototyping solution concepts as appropriate.
  • Collaborating with a dynamic team to rapidly acquire new skills and apply them to emerging application areas, expanding your technical capabilities and expertise.
  • Contributing to project leadership, technical execution, and knowledge sharing through publications, presentations, and other community engagement activities.
  • Participating in a culture of continuous learning and growth, with opportunities to advance as a researcher and technical expert.
Education and Technical Experience to be considered for this role:
  • A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field and work experience.
    • PhD degree, with experience preferred in applying skills beyond a pure research environment.
    • Master's degree with at least 5 years of relevant technical experience.
    • Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of relevant technical experience.
  • Experience with Operational Technology, which can include embedded systems, ICS/SCADA, Facility-Related Control Systems (FRCS) and/or weapon systems.
  • Experience with standard OT protocols and technology stacks (e.g., modbus, DNP3).
  • Cyber security experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical communication for non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on difficult, open-ended problems in cyber security and operations with interdisciplinary technical teams.
  • Motivation to identify underlying technical problems and investigate solutions proactively.
Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Is desired but not required, with research experience especially valued.
  • Proficiency in Python, C/C++, Java, or similar.
  • Mathematical or statistical modeling and problem-solving.
  • Participation in Capture-the-Flag or similar events, especially if they have an OT focus.
  • Critical U.S. government systems and/or cyber operations.
General Requirements for this Position:
  • Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-level DoD security clearance.
  • Must be within commutable distance of Lexington, Massachusetts.
  • This is a technical staff position conducting R&D in cyber security. Applicants looking for IT or Information Systems Security roles should look for other opportunities in those roles available at Lincoln Laboratory.
Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $145,200-$170,000
Experienced Hiring Range: $145,200-$220,000
Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
  • MIT-funded pension
  • Matching 401K
  • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
  • Mentorship programs
  • A range of work-life balance options
  • ... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requisition ID: 42074

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