Analysis Skills, CCTV, Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS), Communication Skills, Computer Security, Control Systems, Customer Support/Service, Decision Support, Documentation, Environmental Monitoring, Fire Safety, Government, HVAC, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Leadership, Life Safety Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Physical Inventory, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Site Evaluation, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Architecture, Systems Analysis, Technical Analysis, Technical Support, Willing to Travel
IT/OT Control Systems Analyst
Tracking Code
9632-987
Posted Date
5/29/2026
Job Location
Huntsville, Alabama
Location of Position
Huntsville, Alabama
Work Arrangement
On Site: 100%
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Clearance Required?
Yes
Level of Clearance Required
Secret
We are seeking an IT/OT Control Systems Analyst to support the identification, assessment, and analysis of critical infrastructure, operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and mission-essential assets supporting Department of Defense operations. In this role, you will work closely with government stakeholders, engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and facility personnel to evaluate how systems, facilities, and infrastructure support mission execution and to identify potential operational risks and vulnerabilities.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)
- Use site maps, architecture documentation, site assessments, and production processes to prepare workflow process documents.
- Analyze mission assessments to assist identification of key assets, critical infrastructure, and systems.
- Perform on-site inventories (physical and logical), assessments, and validation audits.
- Perform research and analysis at all levels of site and system products to include concept design, installation, inventory, operation, sustainment, and disposal.
- Provide technical analysis of IT and OT systems for identification, assessment, and documentation of current and future systems.
- Develop technical and operational views, reports, and summaries to provide leadership with a continuous, accurate, situational understanding and impact to mission and operational risk.
- Develop and maintain Common Operating Picture/Dashboards to support AMC Leadership decision making efforts.
- Assist other teams with related efforts as requested.
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits
Required Experience
- Bachelor''s degree in related technical field or equivalent experience
- 8-12 years of experience supporting IT, OT, industrial control systems, infrastructure assessment, or related environments.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Experience conducting site assessments, physical and logical inventories, validation audits, and technical evaluations.
- Experience analyzing and documenting IT, OT, and control system architectures, workflows, and operational processes.
- Working knowledge of Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA, or related control environments.
- Ability to identify system dependencies, infrastructure relationships, operational impacts, and technical risks.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel 10-15% in support of customer sites and assessment activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Control systems scanning experience.
- Control Systems experience with at least one or more of the Control Systems listed below:
- Niagara
- Metasys
- Closed-circuit television (CCTV)
- Electronic Security Systems (ESS)
- Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
- Programmable logic controller (PLC)
- Lighting Control Systems.
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control System
- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Environmental Monitoring Systems
- Fire & Life Safety (FLS) Control Systems
- Utility Control System (UCS)
- Industrial Control System
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.