The Squires Group
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The Squires Group - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Cybersecurity Consultant OT Sensoring & Monitoring Systems
Location:
Onsite at the Pentagon (3 days remote / 2 days onsite)
Clearance Required:
Active DoD Top Secret (SCI eligibility required) Were hiring a
Cybersecurity Consultant
to support mission-critical
Operational Technology (OT)
cybersecurity efforts for a major branch of our Armed Forces. This mid-level role is ideal for professionals with
35 years of hands-on experience
in intrusion detection systems, OT/ICS security, and cyber operations integration. Youll be supporting the deployment and monitoring of OT sensors (IDCS, VOLTRN+), working closely with cyber operators, and acting as a bridge between sensor engineering teams and mission execution. Your efforts will help ensure timely threat detection, effective sensor tuning, and compliance with DoD workforce certification standards. Responsibilities
Act as a technical liaison between OT sensor teams and DCO operators, translating mission-critical data into actionable security insights. Lead and support the deployment of IDCS and VOLTRN+ sensors across operational environments. Build and manage real-time dashboards to visualize sensor outputs, track threat trends, and monitor alerting volumes. Evaluate current personnel roles in relation to DoD cybersecurity certification requirements (IAM, CSSP) and provide training and alignment recommendations. Deliver briefings, status reports, and analytics summaries to stakeholders, including cyber operators and senior leadership. Analyze sensor alerts, tune detection rules, and support incident detection and response efforts. Qualifications
3 5 years experience with the following: Deploying and managing intrusion detection systems (e.g., IDCS, VOLTRN+ or similar) in OT environments Creating and maintaining security dashboards (e.g., Splunk, ELK) for real-time analytics Collaborating with DCO teams to integrate OT telemetry into cyber incident workflows Working knowledge of OT/ICS protocols and how they map to sensor data and network visibility Ability to communicate complex technical information across both technical and leadership audiences Familiarity with DoD certification frameworks (IAM, CSSP) and cybersecurity workforce compliance Strong analytical troubleshooting skills with experience tuning sensors and filtering false positives Bachelors Degree Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting Air Force cyber operations (e.g., CPTs, MDTs, CVA-H toolkits, or CSSPs) Familiarity with cyber career training pipelines in the DoD environment Integration of monitoring tools within cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) Exposure to applying machine learning for anomaly detection in OT/ICS data Experience fusing data from multiple sensor feeds and threat intelligence sources Participation in incident response and development of playbooks Use of GRC tools such as eMASS for documenting security control evidence 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Cybersecurity Consultant OT Sensoring & Monitoring Systems
Location:
Onsite at the Pentagon (3 days remote / 2 days onsite)
Clearance Required:
Active DoD Top Secret (SCI eligibility required) Were hiring a
Cybersecurity Consultant
to support mission-critical
Operational Technology (OT)
cybersecurity efforts for a major branch of our Armed Forces. This mid-level role is ideal for professionals with
35 years of hands-on experience
in intrusion detection systems, OT/ICS security, and cyber operations integration. Youll be supporting the deployment and monitoring of OT sensors (IDCS, VOLTRN+), working closely with cyber operators, and acting as a bridge between sensor engineering teams and mission execution. Your efforts will help ensure timely threat detection, effective sensor tuning, and compliance with DoD workforce certification standards. Responsibilities
Act as a technical liaison between OT sensor teams and DCO operators, translating mission-critical data into actionable security insights. Lead and support the deployment of IDCS and VOLTRN+ sensors across operational environments. Build and manage real-time dashboards to visualize sensor outputs, track threat trends, and monitor alerting volumes. Evaluate current personnel roles in relation to DoD cybersecurity certification requirements (IAM, CSSP) and provide training and alignment recommendations. Deliver briefings, status reports, and analytics summaries to stakeholders, including cyber operators and senior leadership. Analyze sensor alerts, tune detection rules, and support incident detection and response efforts. Qualifications
3 5 years experience with the following: Deploying and managing intrusion detection systems (e.g., IDCS, VOLTRN+ or similar) in OT environments Creating and maintaining security dashboards (e.g., Splunk, ELK) for real-time analytics Collaborating with DCO teams to integrate OT telemetry into cyber incident workflows Working knowledge of OT/ICS protocols and how they map to sensor data and network visibility Ability to communicate complex technical information across both technical and leadership audiences Familiarity with DoD certification frameworks (IAM, CSSP) and cybersecurity workforce compliance Strong analytical troubleshooting skills with experience tuning sensors and filtering false positives Bachelors Degree Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting Air Force cyber operations (e.g., CPTs, MDTs, CVA-H toolkits, or CSSPs) Familiarity with cyber career training pipelines in the DoD environment Integration of monitoring tools within cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) Exposure to applying machine learning for anomaly detection in OT/ICS data Experience fusing data from multiple sensor feeds and threat intelligence sources Participation in incident response and development of playbooks Use of GRC tools such as eMASS for documenting security control evidence 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr