Industrial Cybersecurity Consultant SOC Operations (Kansas City, MO)

Job Description

Job DescriptionIndustrial Cybersecurity Consultant – SOC Operations (Extended Night-Shift)Location: Remote (must reside in Kansas City, MO)Training: Onsite in Kansas City, MOShift Options: Full-TimeNight Shift: Four 10-hour shifts, typically 6:00 PM – 4:00 AMPart-Time Night Shift: AvailableWeekend Coverage: Open to candidates willing to work weekends
Position Overview

• The Industrial Cybersecurity Consultant will be an integral member of a Security Operations Center (SOC) team, responsible for both operational and consulting tasks.
• This role combines real-time security monitoring and incident response with project-based cybersecurity consulting.
• Key duties include triaging security events, providing recommendations through a case management system, and participating in client calls for incident response or escalation. In addition, the consultant will
• support ICS/OT security projects, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and compliance initiatives aligned with frameworks such as NIST CSF and RMF.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Event Management Monitor and triage security events, analyze alerts, and prioritize incidents for remediation.
• Provide actionable recommendations through the case management system to ensure timely resolution.
• Participate in client calls for incident response or escalation as needed.
• Cybersecurity Consulting Execute planning, design, development, and implementation of technical controls, procedures, and policies associated with cybersecurity compliance and regulatory standards.
• Conduct network penetration tests and vulnerability assessments of IT and Operational Technology (OT) networks for compliance and security purposes.
• Perform detailed post-event analysis of unusual events and recommend procedural changes.
• Develop policies and procedures for secure process control network design, including technical recommendations for firewalls and other security controls.
• Compile technical documentation of network traffic and firewall services/solutions, including diagrams and explanations.
• Collaboration & Compliance Work with internal teams and client stakeholders to resolve technical issues and communicate implications effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all client and project information.
• Comply with all applicable policies and standards.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience in cybersecurity operations and consulting.
• Certifications: Security+ preferred (other advanced certifications a plus).
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of security principles and cybersecurity technologies.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and associated tools/techniques.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity controls (firewalls, access control, authentication, anti-virus/anti-malware, patching, logging).
• Knowledge of control systems used in utilities, manufacturing, oil & gas, transportation, smart buildings, and cities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for client interaction and reporting.
• Ability to operate under pressure and meet tight deadlines in industrial, corporate, and government environments.
• Understanding of business principles and operational security practices specific to engineering/security consulting.
• Strong technical writing skills and knowledge of modern and legacy networking and telecommunications.
• Experience 2ith physical cabling for network communications and control system I/O.
• Other: Ability to obtain and maintain access to client sites, including applicable U.S. security clearances.