Consultant, Senior - OT/ICS
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Job Info

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The Senior Consultant is responsible for maintaining overall knowledge of products and services offered by ABS and supporting internal and external clients.

This position is remote eligible.

What You Will Do:

• Consult with clients to identify and resolve complex situations by meeting the goals and objectives and delivering results on time.
• Develop technical solutions and execute strategies to support client needs.
• Function as a liaison for our clients to help establish or maintain an ongoing client relationship.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
• Support clients with technical issues via telephone or on-site visits to resolve clients' questions on performing specific tasks.
• Lead and assist with cross-training other employees to ensure they are fully equipped to perform their job duties.
• Analyzes client's business processes and recommends best practices to improve efficiencies.
• Manage and guide junior consultants to ensure they are fully qualified with the necessary skills and requirements.
• Discover new opportunities with current and future projects by strengthening client relationships.
• While the position is remote, the candidate must be willing to travel up to 50%

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor's Degree or the equivalent in work experience and training.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience is preferred. Knowledge of operational technology cybersecurity and understanding these differences from information technology cybersecurity.
• Experience working in high-hazard operating environments covered by any of the 16 Critical Infrastructure Sectors is preferred.
• Professional coursework or certifications related to cybersecurity or engineering is required, such as a GICSP, CISSP, OSCP, SANS ICS410, ICS418, ICS456, ICS515, etc

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with basic computer networking (LAN, WAN, Telecommunications) is required. Industrial Control System (ICS) networking experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with Industrial control systems commonly used in US Electric, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, and Maritime sectors.
• Experience providing subject matter expertise in the guidance and implementation of technical solutions in critical infrastructure operating environments.
• Candidate must possess working knowledge of applicable regulations and cybersecurity standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, NIST 800-53, API 11 64, NERC CIP, etc.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and team members at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of operational technology cybersecurity and understanding these differences from information technology cybersecurity.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to a Senior Program Manager, Cybersecurity Operations. Does not have direct reports but may in the future.

Salary Range: $105,000 to $120,000 based on experience

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ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs

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