Cyber Security Consultant

Stantec

. Develop and maintain network design standards and typical cybersecurity solution profiles for Stantec clientele .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $134,600 - $202,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity and network design, with a strong focus on developing security policies, conducting vulnerability audits, and managing cybersecurity teams. Holds relevant certifications and possesses extensive experience in IT and cybersecurity within the water-related infrastructure sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Network Penetration TestingCybersecurity Policy DevelopmentSecurity Assessment ToolsWater OT Infrastructure Design

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Hard Skills

Network Design StandardsCybersecurity Solution ProfilesVulnerability AuditsSecurity AssessmentsCryptographyProgramming Languages (SQL, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, Python)Security Frameworks (NIST, SOX, HIPAA, ISO)System AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceTechnical Guidance

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProblem-SolvingMentoringClient Relationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Aircrack-ngBurp SuiteSQLmapNessusLinuxUnixWindows Operating Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)CISACISM

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityIT IndustryWater Treatment PlantsWastewater Treatment PlantsLocal Government AgenciesMunicipal AgenciesOT Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityJavaScriptLinuxPythonRubySQLUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain network design standards and typical cybersecurity solution profiles for Stantec clientele
Establish guidelines for evaluating client security needs and communicating recommendations and execution strategies
Develop formal procedures for authorized network penetration testing
Develop inventories of network testing, analysis, monitoring, management, penetration testing, hardware, and programming tools
Stay educated on new threats and attack vectors and update security policies and tools
Maintain cybersecurity and network certifications and knowledge of ethical hacking and testing methods
Engage with manufacturer and industry-sponsored user groups
Conduct network and system security reliability and vulnerability audits
Manage routine security assessments and audits of networks, systems, code, controls, and applications
Analyze existing security policies and recommend policy, enforcement, tracking, and infrastructure improvements
Identify network and application weaknesses and develop preliminary corrective action recommendations
Oversee security tests on networks, web applications, and computer systems
Develop field findings, recommendations reports, execution strategies, and prioritized work tasks
Chair technical development workshops and management-level meetings
Provide oversight of project execution, quality, and compliance with engineering intent
Coordinate security for project-specific water-related infrastructure
Establish and lead a cybersecurity and network design team
Manage, mentor, and guide developing professionals
Conduct quality reviews and provide technical guidance
Establish cybersecurity training programs
Assist with workload distribution and assignment
Serve as a technical resource on complex projects
Provide technical support for growth of Stantec’s North American business
Promote health and safety in office, client, and job-site settings
Support business development, proposals, and client project interviews for North American OT cybersecurity projects
Build trusted client relationships
Participate in regional or national symposiums and pursue association leadership opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution required
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required, or evidence supporting ability to gain certification within the first 6 months of employment
CISA or CISM required if CISSP credentials are currently pending
Minimum of 15 years of experience in the IT / Cybersecurity industry required
Minimum 5 years in water OT-related infrastructure design projects desirable
Experience designing computer-based OT systems for water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, or related industry
Experience maintaining OT system security for large local government and municipal agencies or related industry
Solid understanding of networking and system administration
Understanding of cryptography, reverse engineering, web applications, databases, and wireless technologies
Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, and Python preferred
Knowledge of security assessment tools such as Aircrack-ng, Burp Suite, SQLmap, and Nessus preferred
Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, SOX, HIPAA, and ISO preferred
Knowledge of Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems preferred
Working knowledge of regulatory guidelines, compliance standards, policies, audit techniques, regulatory issues, operations, and procedures preferred
Experience working in a large organization
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to review data and analyze processes needed to correct security issues
Good driving record and valid driver's license
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to client sites or industry events, up to 50%
Candidates located in the Continental US; remote work arrangement accommodated
Ability to work in office workstation environments and at treatment equipment or active construction sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays each calendar year
Vacation accrual of 10 to 20 days per year
Paid sick leave
Remote work arrangement accommodated
Bonus eligibility for certain roles