Cybersecurity Junior Analyst – Water Utilities Practice at Stantec

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity governance, Risk management, Cybersecurity compliance, Risk assessments, Network monitoring, Vulnerability scanning, Penetration testing, Technical reporting, Policy development, Operational technology, Industrial control systems, Project management, Communication skills, NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 66243

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Communities everywhere share the need for clean water. And as they work to meet that need, they’re facing new, more complex challenges every day. Our water professionals collaborate to contribute innovative ideas, guided by scientific rigor and a vision for sustainable growth. Every day, we’re helping communities improve, reuse, and protect our world’s most precious resource. Join our team to deliver transformational projects that will benefit future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U. Description Our North America Water Utilities Cybersecurity team helps communities safeguard one of their most critical assets: water. We support utilities in understanding their overall cybersecurity posture, developing risk management plans, identifying practical improvements, and/or reconceptualizing overall cybersecurity strategy to support complete re-design across the business IT, operational technology (OT), industrial control system (ICS), and Access Control / CCTV networks. Our approach emphasizes risk-based assessments, policy and governance improvements, and program development, while integrating findings from trusted third-party technical testing providers (e.g., penetration testing, vulnerability scans, and application assessments). Coupled with our extensive experience in design, build and operation of water treatment and conveyance facilities, we help water utilities build a complete picture of their cyber risk exposure and maturity, and guide them toward sustainable improvements. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for candidates eager to gain hands-on experience with clients in the water sector while learning about cybersecurity governance, risk management, and cybersecurity compliance. Your Opportunity You will be part of a collaborative, client-facing team that values curiosity, adaptability, and continuous improvement. This role emphasizes active learning, professional growth, and developing the ability to clearly communicate cybersecurity concepts to a range of stakeholders—from utility operators to executive leadership. * Support cybersecurity teams in conducting risk assessments, program reviews, and governance-focused security evaluations for water utility clients. This may include: * Obtain knowledge of EPA Safe Water Drinking Act of 2023 and the American Water Infrastructure Act Guidelines * Collection and field verification of record documents * Detailed field record of undocumented installations with maintenance / obsolescence assessment * Capture and summary of network monitoring readings * Support of technical research efforts * Assist with development of assessment reports * Assist in the development and harmonization of cybersecurity policies, standards, and strategies. * Contribute to project management tasks as needed * Engage with and incorporate findings of third-party test service providers into comprehensive client risk profiles. * Participate in client engagements to gain exposure to real-world cybersecurity practices in critical infrastructure. * Maintain a learning mindset and take ownership of professional development including: * Maintenance and pursuit of key cybersecurity and network certifications * Proactive identification of opportunities to advance working knowledge of network monitoring, analysis, and hacking / penetration tools. * Active engagement in key manufacturer and industry sponsored user-groups Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a 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 and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Responsibilities

The analyst will support cybersecurity teams in conducting risk assessments, program reviews, and governance-focused evaluations for water utility clients. Responsibilities include field verification of installations, summarizing network monitoring data, and assisting in the development of cybersecurity policies and strategies.