The Squires Group
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The Squires Group - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Cybersecurity Consultant – OT Assessments & Mitigations
Location:
Pentagon – 3 days remote / 2 onsite
Clearance Requirement:
Active DoD Top Secret clearance (SCI eligible)
We’re seeking a
mid-level Cybersecurity Consultant
(3–5 years’ experience) to lead and support a range of
cybersecurity assessments and mitigation efforts
across Operational Technology (OT) environments for a branch of the
U.S. Armed Forces.
This role focuses on
Mission Assurance, Energy and Cyber Resilience Readiness Exercises (ERRE/CRRE), and Defense Critical Infrastructure (DCI) . You’ll conduct risk-based assessments, develop mitigation plans, and embed OT cyber scenarios into DoD wargames and exercises—all while strengthening the overall cyber resilience of mission-critical systems.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee execution of ERRE, CRRE, DCI, and Mission Assurance assessments
Develop targeted mitigation and recovery strategies based on findings
Design and integrate OT cyber impact scenarios into wargames and exercises
Create technical reports, risk dashboards, and executive-level briefings
Facilitate workshops with cross-functional stakeholders to drive improvement.
Qualifications 3 – 5 years of experience with the following:
RMF-based assessments and critical infrastructure risk evaluations
Direct involvement with ERRE, CRRE, and DCI assessments
Mission assurance testing for cyber-to-mission impact
Mitigation planning and execution tracking
DoD wargame/exercise development (with OT cyber injects)
Strong stakeholder communication and analytical reporting skills
Bachelors Degree
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with automated tools (e.g., Nessus, SCAP), eMASS, or GRC platforms
Experience with digital-twin modeling, data visualization (Splunk, ELK, PowerBI)
Understanding of OT cyber risk in cloud/edge platforms (AWS, Azure)
Progress toward certifications like CISSP, GICSP, or CISM
Compensation:
W2 Hourly rate: $64 - $69 Pay rates are based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications, and are subject to change at any time.
Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.
4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.:
1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
4. We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.
Check out our Referral Program!
The Squires Group will pay you for every qualified professional that you refer and we place. If you see a position posted by The Squires Group and know the perfect person for the job, please send us your referral. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/squiresreferral.
The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Location:
Pentagon – 3 days remote / 2 onsite
Clearance Requirement:
Active DoD Top Secret clearance (SCI eligible)
We’re seeking a
mid-level Cybersecurity Consultant
(3–5 years’ experience) to lead and support a range of
cybersecurity assessments and mitigation efforts
across Operational Technology (OT) environments for a branch of the
U.S. Armed Forces.
This role focuses on
Mission Assurance, Energy and Cyber Resilience Readiness Exercises (ERRE/CRRE), and Defense Critical Infrastructure (DCI) . You’ll conduct risk-based assessments, develop mitigation plans, and embed OT cyber scenarios into DoD wargames and exercises—all while strengthening the overall cyber resilience of mission-critical systems.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee execution of ERRE, CRRE, DCI, and Mission Assurance assessments
Develop targeted mitigation and recovery strategies based on findings
Design and integrate OT cyber impact scenarios into wargames and exercises
Create technical reports, risk dashboards, and executive-level briefings
Facilitate workshops with cross-functional stakeholders to drive improvement.
Qualifications 3 – 5 years of experience with the following:
RMF-based assessments and critical infrastructure risk evaluations
Direct involvement with ERRE, CRRE, and DCI assessments
Mission assurance testing for cyber-to-mission impact
Mitigation planning and execution tracking
DoD wargame/exercise development (with OT cyber injects)
Strong stakeholder communication and analytical reporting skills
Bachelors Degree
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with automated tools (e.g., Nessus, SCAP), eMASS, or GRC platforms
Experience with digital-twin modeling, data visualization (Splunk, ELK, PowerBI)
Understanding of OT cyber risk in cloud/edge platforms (AWS, Azure)
Progress toward certifications like CISSP, GICSP, or CISM
Compensation:
W2 Hourly rate: $64 - $69 Pay rates are based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications, and are subject to change at any time.
Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.
4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.:
1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
4. We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.
Check out our Referral Program!
The Squires Group will pay you for every qualified professional that you refer and we place. If you see a position posted by The Squires Group and know the perfect person for the job, please send us your referral. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/squiresreferral.
The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
#LI-EK1
#LI-hybrid
#DI