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Distinguishing Features of Work
Join a critical force at the intersection of technology and infrastructure with the City of Wichita! The Utility Operational Technology Specialist plays an essential role in safeguarding the city's water and utility systems through secure, cutting-edge industrial control systems. As a recognized subject matter expert, you will take the lead in planning, securing, and managing Operational Technology (OT) environments to protect critical infrastructure against evolving cybersecurity threats. Your work directly enhances the safety, reliability, and resiliency of public utilities that residents depend on daily.
This position offers a unique opportunity to design and implement secure SCADA and communication systems, evaluate cyber risk, lead threat detection, and implement best practices for OT cybersecurity. You will work cross-functionally with internal departments, external vendors, and government partners to ensure systems are protected from external and internal vulnerabilities. Your leadership will have a city-wide impact—driving the future of secure, smart utility operations.
Bargaining Unit : Employee Council
Workdays and Hours : Monday - Friday 7 AM - 3 : 30 PM with ability to be available 24hrs / 365 days.
- Posting may close at any time
Examples of Work Performed
Review and advise on OT network architecture / configurations to evaluate segmentation of OT systems from business networks and external or insecure remote access connections.Determine the scope, urgency, risk and potential impact of OT / ICS cyber incidents and recommend and execute mitigation and remediation strategies.Remain up to date on cyber threat activity by monitoring and assessing research and intelligence impacting critical infrastructure.Evaluate the organization's maturity to determine appropriate level / scope of cybersecurity assessments and recommendations.Advise critical infrastructure owners / operators and stakeholders of cross-sector risks and vulnerabilities to OT systems that have the potential to impact safety, availability, and reliability.Recommend / implement remediation or mitigation strategies and best practices for vulnerability identification and management.Conduct exercises and / or assessments (i.e. validated architecture review, table-top exercises, CPG reviews, vulnerability scanning, physical security) to determine the implementation level of cybersecurity controls and processes.Refer owners / integrators / operators to recommended cybersecurity best practices and guidance, product types, resources, strategies, and tools.Evaluate, identify, and respond to malicious cyber activities impacting OT environments by utilizing products and tools (i.e. threat feeds and indicators, advanced threat hunting, incident response) and developing custom analytics.Establish, foster, coordinate, and maintain communication and collaboration with internal / external stakeholders, including Sector Risk Management Agencies.Advice on control system change management and procurement activities in conjunction with IT personnel and control system experts.Coordinate public disclosures of vulnerabilities impacting OT systems and communicate with impacted vendors, integrators, and other stakeholders.Remain current on emerging cybersecurity trends within OT and IIOT environments (i.e. security tooling automation, software defined networking, Zero-Trust architectures, Cloud Computing, encryption, Al / ML).Completion of work assignments may require the operation of a vehicle.These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.Other related duties may be assigned as needed.Requirements of Work
Ability to effectively plan, organize and supervise the work of othersAbility to effectively train utility operations staff.Access to, and use of, a communication device, such as a phone, capable of communicating with voice, text, and e-mail. Device will also have internet access. The city will pay the employee a phone allowance.Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications.Ability to legibly maintain written and electronic records.Ability to drive at night.Ability to be available up to 24 hours per day to provide technical support for plant operations.Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public.Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing.Must have and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.Required Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or electrical engineering.One year of experience in the design, configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of SCADA or industrial control systems, including communication systems in industrial environments.One year of experience in Operational Technology (OT) network support, involving the setup and maintenance of LAN and WAN infrastructure, as well as the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls in industrial or utility settings.A valid driver’s licenseMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.Preferred Experience and Training
Three years of experience in the design, configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of SCADA or industrial control systems, including communication systems in industrial environments.Three years of experience in Operational Technology (OT) network support, involving the setup and maintenance of LAN and WAN infrastructure, as well as the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls in industrial or utility settings.One year of experience with cybersecurity controls, incident response, and threat hunting in Operational Technology environments.Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
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