MxD Benefits Overview

Supports digital modernization of government-owned manufacturing facilities through systems integration, root cause analysis, technical solution development, stakeholder assessments, proposal and grant contributions, project tracking, documentation, and implementation of manufacturing technologies. The role interfaces with industry, academic, commercial, plant, and military stakeholders; maintains factory-floor proofs of concept; evaluates emerging technologies; and contributes to future systems roadmaps. Travel across the United States may reach 40%.

Leads OT cybersecurity initiatives across research, technical assistance, and manufacturing environments. Evaluates proposals, assesses industrial network architectures and risks, advises engineering and IT teams, develops technical proposal content, and demonstrates OT security technologies on factory floors. The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, industrial protocols, and ISA/IEC 62443, plus strong communication skills, travel, onsite work, and U.S. citizenship.