Ethical Hacker – OT Security Consultant

Packetlabs

OT Security Consultant at Packetlabs focusing on security for Operational Technology environments. Responsible for risk assessment, architecture review, and client advisory in high-stakes systems.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

Security Architecture ReviewsRisk IdentificationVulnerability AssessmentOperational Technology (OT)Industrial Control Systems (ICS)SCADATechnical Risk AnalysisControl MeasuresTesting MethodologiesContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingClient AdvisoryCollaborationCredibilityOperational AwarenessAdaptabilityJudgmentCommitment to Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

GICSPGRIDGCIPCSSACACECISSPOSCP

Industry Keywords

OT EnvironmentsRisk AssessmentLegacy NetworksTechnical and Non-Technical RiskOperational ConstraintsTesting ScopeClient EngagementThreatsAttack TechniquesDefensive Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Security Architecture Reviews
Perform holistic tabletop reviews covering both technical and non-technical risk across OT environments, without engaging in high-risk manual or automated activity
Analyze for areas of negative impact, high risk, and single points of failure (SPOF) within sensitive, legacy networks
Apply structured judgment to identify where risk is concentrated and where controls are missing
Adapt review depth and approach to the operational realities of each client environment
OT Risk Identification & Assessment
Identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses across Operational Technology environments, including Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA, and field devices
Assess legacy and sensitive networks where conventional testing methods carry unacceptable operational risk
Distinguish between theoretical and operationally relevant risk to keep findings actionable
Prove impact where appropriate, exercising restraint where the environment demands it
Client Advisory & Program Improvement
Support OT clients with security program improvements, identifying which critical controls are needed
Refine testing scope collaboratively as engagements proceed and the environment becomes clearer
Translate technical findings into guidance that clients can act on across both technical and leadership audiences
Build client confidence through credibility, clear communication, and operational awareness
Methodology & Continuous Improvement
Contribute to the maturity of Packetlabs' OT testing methodology and practice
Stay current on OT threats, attack techniques, and defensive controls
Share knowledge with the broader team to minimize blind spots and strengthen collective capability
Help raise the standard of OT security work across the firm

Requirements

What you’ll need

A graduate of an Information Security or Computer Science degree program
Professional qualifications (one or more preferred): GICSP, GRID, GCIP, CSSA, CACE, CISSP, OSCP
3+ years experience assessing or operating within OT, ICS, or SCADA environments
Strong understanding of the operational constraints that make OT testing distinct from IT testing
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey risk clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in unfamiliar or highly specialized environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

GRRSP with corporate matching in Canada
Participation in corporate benefit plans within Canada
Flexible work environment that empowers employees to do their best work
Receive immediate and ongoing offensive security training, mentorship, and professional development to advance your technical capabilities