Junior OT/ICS Lab Engineer

You will need to be curious and hands-on. You understand networking fundamentals and are comfortable learning OT-specific concepts on the job. You're detail-oriented, methodical when troubleshooting, and not afraid to dig into technical documentation or ask for help when stuck. You work well in a collaborative environment, support other teams, and take ownership of lab infrastructure reliability. You're motivated by the mission—protecting critical infrastructure that civilization depends on—and you see this role as a springboard to deeper OT security expertise. 

Responsibilities: 

•  Lab Infrastructure & Operations 
  • Build, configure, and maintain lab environments that simulate real OT operational scenarios 
  • Set up and manage industrial control systems (PLCs, RTUs, HMIs) and networked industrial devices 
  • Deploy sensors, data collection tools, and monitoring infrastructure to capture OT network traffic and telemetry 
  • Document lab configurations, system topologies, and operational procedures for team reference 
• Testing & Validation 
  • Execute test plans to validate Dragos platform capabilities against simulated OT threats and normal operational activity 
  • Collect network traffic, device behavior, and telemetry data from lab systems to support research and product development 
  • Assist in reproducing reported issues or edge cases in a controlled lab environment 
  • Participate in threat scenario development and validation exercises 
• Support & Troubleshooting 
  • Troubleshoot lab infrastructure issues, network connectivity problems, and device configuration challenges 
  • Support internal and external teams requiring access to OT lab resources for research, testing, or validation 
  • Contribute to lab documentation, runbooks, and training materials for team onboarding 

Qualifications: 

•  Required:
  • Strong foundation in networking: OSI model, TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, firewalls, and network protocols 
  • Hands-on experience building or working with lab/test environments; familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) or containerization
  • Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and security concepts 
  • Comfortability working at the command line (Linux/Windows); scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) a plus 
  • Ability to follow technical documentation, troubleshoot systematically, and ask clarifying questions 
  • Willingness to learn OT-specific protocols and operational technology fundamentals 
  • Ability to perform basic fabrication and panel building, including mounting/installing panels to engineering drawings and wiring devices and components. Welding, instrument fitting, and conduit work are not required for this role 
• Preferred: 
  • Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, DNP3) or SCADA/HMI systems 
  • Experience with network packet analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump) or protocol decoding 
  • Practical experience with PLCs, industrial IoT devices, or control system engineering 
  • Experience with electrical troubleshooting (e.g., diagnosing circuits, relays, control wiring) is a plus 
  • Security certifications (Security+, CEH, GCIA) or cybersecurity coursework 
  • Experience in critical infrastructure or manufacturing environments 
  • Familiarity with ICS security frameworks (NIST, NERC CIP, IEC 62443) 
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical Engineering field (or equivalent practical experience) 

Compensation: 

• Salary:  $105,000

• Competitive Equity Package  

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan 

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