• SCADA Engineer (Cybersecurity)

    IMRI (Los Angeles, CA)


    SCADA Engineer (CYBERSECURITY)

     

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    Posted: 4/22/2025

     

    Location Name: Los Angeles Area

     

    Wage Max: 65.00

     

    Wage Min: 60.00

     

    Position Type: Contract

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    Join our award-winning team at Information Management Resources, Inc. (IMRI), a small business leader in the technology industry known for our commitment to innovation, excellence, and authenticity. Founded in 1992, IMRI has been at the forefront of delivering advanced cybersecurity and IT solutions, safeguarding organizations against evolving threats. We have built a reputation for our expertise in Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Strategic Business Consulting, and Staff Augmentation. Guided by our core values of innovation, excellence, and a solution-driven mindset, we have served a diverse portfolio of customers that includes federal agencies, state and local governments, and Fortune 1000 companies.

     

    At IMRI, we recognize the integral part our employees play in our ongoing success. To support this, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, tailored to meet the individual needs of our employees. We are committed to promoting their overall well-being and equipping them with the necessary tools to flourish in their careers. We welcome you to be a part of our ongoing mission as we continue to navigate the digital landscape, committed to empowering organizations with our innovative solutions.

     

    + Work Location: 100% on-site at Downtown LA office

    + Duration of contract: Up to 6 months

     

    We have a contract opportunity for a Senior SCADA Engineer (Cybersecurity)will serve as the technical lead for the design, development, security, and daily support of Metropolitan’s SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) network infrastructure. This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity, reliability, and cybersecurity of critical Industrial Control Systems (ICS), leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies in network and security architecture.

     

    The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of hands-on experience working with SCADA and ICS environments, deep knowledge of networking protocols, and proven expertise in designing and maintaining secure, high-availability control system infrastructures.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Serve as thetechnical lead for SCADA Network and Cybersecurity infrastructureefforts, including design, deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

    + Design and implement secure ICS LAN/WAN architectures usingEIGRP, BGP, VLAN, and VPN technologies.

    + Configure, manage, and maintain network equipment such asswitches, routers, and firewallswithin the SCADA environment.

    + Support integration and communication with field devices using SCADA protocols includingModbus, DNP3, and CIP.

    + Collaborate with internal IT, cybersecurity, and project management teams, as well as external consultants, to deliver robust SCADA solutions and enhancements.

    + Perform risk assessments, vulnerability scans, andICS-specific cybersecurity evaluations.

    + Configure and administer cyber tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems tomonitor and mitigate cyber threats.

    + Generate detailednetwork topology maps, documentation, and cybersecurity reports in support of audits and compliance reviews.

    + Develop, implement, and maintainnetwork and cybersecurity procedures, manuals, test scripts, and disaster recovery plans.

    + Work with internal and external stakeholders toensure regulatory compliancewith standards such as NERC CIP, NIST, or other industry-specific guidelines.

    + Evaluate and recommend newtechnologies and vendor solutionsfor improving SCADA network security posture.

    + Participate inincident response, root cause analysis, and post-event investigations for SCADA-related cybersecurity incidents.

    + Ensure seamless integration of SCADA systems with communication technologies includingcellular, microwave, and telco services.

    Required Qualifications:

    + 5+ years of experiencein SCADA, ICS, or control systems engineering with a focus oncybersecurity.

    + Strong understanding ofindustrial communication protocols(e.g., Modbus, DNP3, CIP).

    + Expertise inLAN/WAN network design, configuration, and maintenance (VRF, VXLAN, VLAN, VPN, etc.).

    + Hands-on experience withnetwork security architectures, including firewall configuration and administration.

    + Proficient inrouting protocols, such as EIGRP and BGP.

    + Familiarity withsecurity auditing, risk mitigation, and compliance reporting.

    + Experience withcybersecurity tools, event correlation systems, and intrusion detection/prevention solutions.

    + Working knowledge ofcellular and wireless communication technologies, microwave, and telco services.

    + Strong technical writing skills for creating and maintaining detaileddocumentation, procedures, and security plans.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's degree inComputer Science, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.

    + Industry certifications such asGICSP, CISSP, CCNP Security, CompTIA Security+, or similar.

    + Familiarity withSCADA-specific security frameworksand government regulations.

     

    IMRI offers top-tier benefits that include: medical coverage through nationally recognized carriers, ancillary coverages, paid vacation and sick leave in compliance with all state and local laws, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance and LTD, and several additional voluntary coverages.

     

    Pay will be commensurate with the experience, skills, and qualifications that the candidate brings to the position.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    EEO/Affirmative Action Statement and Non-Discrimination Policy IMRI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory, diverse work environment. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), Americans with Disabilities) (ADA), and other federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, IMRI does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or status as a special disabled veteran or other veteran. IMRI will take affirmative action to assure equal opportunity for employment is provided with regard to all personnel actions. This is including but not limited to: recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.