Ethical Hacker – OT Security

Packetlabs

OT Security Consultant at Packetlabs managing security assessments of Operational Technology environments. Collaborating with clients to improve security posture without operational disruptions.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$80,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing and improving security within Operational Technology environments, including Industrial Control Systems and SCADA. Possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex risks to diverse audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Operational Technology (OT) AssessmentIndustrial Control Systems (ICS)SCADA SecurityGICSP CertificationCISSP Certification

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Hard Skills

Risk AnalysisVulnerability IdentificationLegacy Network AssessmentSecurity Program ImprovementOT Testing Methodology

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

GICSPGRIDGCIPCSSACACECISSPOSCP

Industry Keywords

Operational TechnologySensitive NetworksSingle Points of Failure (SPOF)Technical and Non-Technical RiskContinuous Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform holistic tabletop reviews covering both technical and non-technical risk across OT environments
Analyze for areas of negative impact, high risk, and single points of failure (SPOF) within sensitive, legacy networks
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
Support OT clients with security program improvements, identifying which critical controls are needed
Contribute to the maturity of Packetlabs' OT testing methodology and practice
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
Immediate and ongoing offensive security training, mentorship, and professional development to advance your technical capabilities