Transportation Cybersecurity Consultant

Assist MDOT system designers and operators implement and manage best practices to secure the evolving intelligent transportation backbone of the State of Michigan. Evaluate current systems and make recommendations for improving the security posture to protect the transportation infrastructure from cyber security threats of all kinds. Assist in the selection, development, and implementation of systems and monitoring tools that focus on transport cybersecurity. Serve as a clearinghouse for issues as they arise.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill

• Required/Desired Amount of Experience

• Experience in Information Technology Required 10 Years

• Experience in IT Security, securing multi-layered networks with multiple communication protocols and network Required 5 Years

• Experience conducting Security Risk Assessments, Audits/related activities, working across multiple disciplines to develop an IT Security & Risk Man Required 5 Years

• In-depth knowledge and practical application of nationally-recognized security frameworks; i.e. CIS Controls, NIST Required 5 Years

• Experience with internet of things (IoT) security Required 3 Years

• Available to travel to various regions within Michigan to meet with stakeholders and partners. Required 3 Years

• Experience in IT, security or management consulting Desired 3 Years

• Experience in Vulnerability Scanning and Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing & Remediation Desired 3 Years

• Experience with Security (SIEM) tools (to provide a foundation while gaining experience with connected vehicle /intelligent transportation systems Desired 3 Years

• Experience developing and implementing security policies in an enterprise environment. Desired 3 Years

• Experience with Federal, State or Local Government Nice to have 1 Years

• Current certifications such as CISSP, CISA, and/or others as relevant, prefer degrees in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or Information Sys Nice to have 0