OnSite Cybersecurity Custodian

OnSite Cybersecurity CustodianTogether, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.Black & Veatch (BV) is seeking a direct-hire, full-time on site Cybersecurity Custodian to support cybersecurity execution for a new Power Plant project in Beech Island, South Carolina. Supported and led by BV Senior Cybersecurity Consultants, this individual will be the day-to-day on-site custodian for Operational Technology (OT) / Industrial Control Systems (ICS) cybersecurity activities, coordinating with EPC, Owner, and vendors to ensure systems are secured, cybersecurity requirements are met, and all work is documented in a complete, audit-ready evidence package.This role is perfect for individuals experienced with power plant control systems (DCS/PLC/SCADA/HMI) who are enthusiastic about applying cybersecurity in practical construction and commissioning settings. The role begins no later than January 2027 to support readiness activities ahead of Distributed Control System (DCS) Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) in March 2027, includes travel to vendor FAT/Cyber FAT (CFAT) locations, and remains on-site in Beech Island, SC through installation, commissioning, and turnover. After completion of the Beech Island project, the role is expected to continue as a full-time ICS Cybersecurity Consultant position supporting B&V's Infrastructure Advisory (IA) Industrial Cybersecurity team across additional OT/ICS projects.Key Responsibilities:Reporting & TeamingCybersecurity Program Execution & Evidence OwnershipCFAT / Cyber Site Acceptance Testing (CSAT) SupportIdentity, Credential, and Access ControlAsset Inventory, Configuration Baselines & Change TrackingRemovable Media & Transient Cyber Assets (TCA) ControlsMonitoring, Logging, and Detection EnablementBackup, Recovery, and ResilienceIncident Reporting & Response SupportTraining, Workforce Security & Compliance DocumentationManagement ResponsibilitiesPreferred Qualifications:3+ years supporting industrial/power generation control systems or OT environments.Cybersecurity training or certifications (e.g., Security+, GIAC, ISA/IEC 62443, CISSP).Practical experience working with industrial control systems (DCS/PLC/SCADA/HMI) configuration and maintenance.Practical knowledge of industrial control system networking fundamentals such as: IP addressing, VLANs, firewall concepts, routing basics.Familiarity with NERC CIP, OT segmentation, MFA, jump hosts, and least-privilege design.Ability to work on-site in Beech Island, SC for 9+ months (typical 40Hrs week with occasional off-hours during cutovers).Willingness to travel to vendor facilities for CFAT support.Occasional travel for planning/working sessions may be requested.Eligible to meet badging/background/site access requirements.Experience with SIEM, antivirus/whitelisting, vulnerability scanning, or backup tooling.Experience supporting FAT/commissioning on large capital projects (power generation or similar).Strong documentation discipline—ability to produce clear procedures, logs, checklists, and evidence packages.Experience working with vendors and multi-discipline teams in construction/commissioning environments.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor of Arts or Science, preferably in business, technology, or engineering OR relevant business experience.Minimum of 4 years related work experience Black & Veatch