GitLab is hiring an Operational Technology Security Analyst to support the delivery of OT security services. You will work as part of GuidePoint’s OT Practice, collaborating with experienced team members to assist clients in assessing, securing, and maturing their industrial environments. This role offers a strong growth path for candidates who bring curiosity, foundational knowledge, and a drive to learn more about the intersection of cybersecurity and critical infrastructure.
What You'll Do
- Assist with delivering OT services including architecture reviews, advisory support, validated design reviews, and vendor tool implementations under team guidance.
- Help prepare client-facing deliverables that clearly summarize observations, risks, and actionable remediation guidance.
- Contribute to internal research, service development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the OT team.
- Participate in client calls, workshops, and internal enablement to grow your understanding of industrial protocols, systems, and threat models.
- Collaborate with both the OT and DFIR teams when industrial environments are involved in investigations.
- Communicate progress clearly, meet assigned deadlines, and seek out help when faced with unfamiliar challenges.
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrated interest in OT security, ICS/SCADA environments, industrial networking, or adjacent technical domains such as automation, controls engineering, or infrastructure security.
- Foundational understanding of the Purdue Model and OT/IT segmentation principles.
- 0–2 years of experience in OT security, industrial cybersecurity, or adjacent roles; relevant internships, labs, or self-initiated projects are valued.
- Strong written communication skills and the ability to contribute to client-facing documentation with minimal editing.
- Foundational knowledge of networks, operating systems, and cyber risk concepts.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team improvement efforts.
- Ability to follow through on assignments and communicate blockers early.
- Eagerness to develop comfort with OT-specific technologies, risks, and client contexts.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with frameworks such as ISA/IEC 62443, NIST-CSF, NIST 800-82, or NERC CIP.
- Interest in OT security platforms such as Armis, Claroty, Dragos, Nozomi, Fortinet OT, or Tenable OT.
Team & Environment
You will be part of GuidePoint’s OT Practice, collaborating closely with OT and DFIR teams. Colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
Benefits & Compensation
- Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only).
- Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans) with GPS contributions.
- Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans.
- 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
- Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance.
- Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment.
- Pet Benefit Option.
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S.
GitLab is an equal opportunity employer.
