The West Yost Word Article you have been waiting for… Last week, Andrew Ohrt, PE, CISSP joined industry experts at a Baywork panel to discuss a critical issue facing water utilities: cybersecurity resilience. The session, Building Cyber Resilience – Aligning IT and OT, brought together national and local leaders to share real-world experiences and strategies for defending essential water infrastructure against ever-evolving cyber threats. Check out our latest edition to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gY_9kb4T #westyost #engineering #joinus #baywork #otcr #cybersecurity #resilience #Waterutilitiescybersecurity #IT #OT #DefenseinDepthapproach #threatdetectionandresponse
West Yost
Civil Engineering
Davis, CA 6,175 followers
Driven to be the West Coast water firm of choice, both for our clients and our employees.
About us
West Yost is a water-focused consulting engineering firm ranked by Fortune Magazine as one of the “Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services” in 2023. West Yost is also a three-time certified as a Great Place to Work® based on feedback from our team. West Yost was founded in 1990 and has offices in California, Oregon, and Arizona. West Yost’s mission is to be the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, and we are dedicated to our number one asset: our employees, who develop well-communicated, high-value solutions for our new and long-term clients. At West Yost, we work collaboratively with our clients, listening to their needs and priorities to solve critical water challenges. West Yost is committed to supporting our local communities. We participate in diverse community service activities and contribute to non-profit organizations that serve our communities. As we continue to grow and thrive, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our inspired, collaborative, and fun team. If you want to do the best work of your life, please visit our career page at westyost.com.
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https://www.westyost.com
External link for West Yost
- Industry
- Civil Engineering
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Davis, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1990
- Specialties
- Water Resources, Sustainable Water and Wastewater Infrastructure, Stormwater, Groundwater, Recycled Water, Constrution Management, Engineering, Water Rights and Transfers, Integrated Water Management, Alternative Project Delivery, water engineering, Collection systems, Tanks and Pump Stations, Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Cybersecurity, and SCADA
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This Week at the Baywork Industry Summit: West Yost's Andrew Ohrt, PE, CISSP, a cyber resilience expert, moderated a panel on enhancing cybersecurity for our water systems and facilities. Key takeaways included: 💥 Kickstart Your Cybersecurity Journey: Engage your leadership and colleagues to establish a sustainable cybersecurity culture. ⏲ Proactive Readiness: Discover the importance of investing in and testing your cybersecurity measures. 🔎 Uncover Hidden Threats: Identify vulnerabilities and threats specific to the water sector. 🔐 Defense-in-Depth: Implement a multi-layered strategy to protect your systems. 🚀 Leverage CISA’s Expertise: Utilize CISA’s services to boost your cybersecurity posture. 💻 IT & OT Synergy: Foster collaboration between Information Technology and Operational Technology. 📅 Future-Proofing: Stay ahead with insights into upcoming cybersecurity trends. Cybersecurity is crucial, and this workshop equipped participants with the tools and questions needed to begin. Look out for a West Yost Word Article to Learn More. Let’s build a more secure future together! #westyost #baywork #cybersecurity #resilience #bayarea #SCADA #CISA #operationaltechnology #OTCR #water #engineering #waterengineering #greatplacetowork #joinus
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We're #hiring a new ASSOCIATE - SENIOR ENGINEER - WATER SYSTEMS & WATER SUPPLY PLANNING in Davis, California. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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At West Yost, our team is made up of more than 195 engineers, scientists, hydrogeologists, geologists, and more - and we're committed to the professional development of our team while continuously growing to support our industry. As we celebrate Engineers Week, we're highlighting our dedication to fostering talent, embracing diversity, and shaping the future of engineering. Happy Engineers Week from all of us at West Yost! 🚀 #EngineersWeek #DesignYourFuture #Innovation #WestYost #Water #Engineering #JoinUs #GreatPlaceToWork
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We're #hiring a new SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM PLANNING in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're continuing to celebrate Engineers Week with a spotlight on cross-team collaboration! 🚀 Our infrastructure and treatment teams joined forces for a Sanitary Sewer Basin Preliminary Assessment. This comprehensive process includes identifying and mapping the basin, analyzing population and land use, calculating flow rates, evaluating infrastructure, and providing actionable recommendations. By leveraging each other's expertise, our team delivers forward-thinking solutions to support our communities. If you need a Preliminary Assessment for your basin, reach out to us—we're here to help! #EngineersWeek #DesignYourFuture #Innovation #WestYost #Water #Engineering #JoinUs #GreatPlaceToWork #CrossCollaboration #Treatment #Infrastructure
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Did you know that Hypatia of Alexandria (370 – 415 BCE) is credited with developing a distiller to purify water❓❓ Let’s celebrate the amazing achievements of Women in STEM! West Yoster, Morgan Lane, EIT will be at the California State University-Sacramento ASCE - Sacramento Section event Today! Be sure to stop by and say “Hi” 👋 to get some fun West Yost swag and learn more about our awesome firm! Here's to empowering the next generation of engineers and celebrating the remarkable contributions of women in the field! -DiscoverE #EngineersWeek #DesignYourFuture #Innovation #WestYost #Water #Engineering #JoinUs #GreatPlaceToWork #IntroduceAGirlToEngineeringDay #SacramentoASCE #girlday2025
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We're #hiring a new WATER INFRASTRUCTURE - SECTOR LEADER - SOUTHWEST in Phoenix, Arizona. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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🎇 Celebrating Engineers Week: Marble Run Edition! 🎇 Today West Yost took Engineers Week to the next level with an exciting competition across our 10 offices! During our final monthly campfire, teams had 10 minutes to create the tallest, widest, and/or most creative marble run. This year's challenge was an upgrade from last year's marshmallow challenge! A huge thank you to everyone who participated and made this event unforgettable. Here's to fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and endless fun! 🚀 @DiscoverE #EngineersWeek #DesignYourFuture #Innovation #WestYost #Water #Engineering #JoinUs #GreatPlaceToWork #MarbleRun #FinalCampfire #IntroducingOurMonthlyOrbit
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🌟 Celebrating Engineers Week with West Yost! 🌟 Our talented engineers, scientists, and technical specialists are always innovating to advance water resources for future generations. Join us as we spotlight exciting projects, highlight our amazing team members, and share a few surprises along the way! This year's theme, “Design Your Future,” is a call to action and a celebration of the limitless possibilities in engineering. Let's dream boldly, innovate relentlessly, and create a future shaped by our collective ingenuity. -DiscoverE #EngineersWeek #DesignYourFuture #Innovation #WestYost #Water #Engineering #JoinUs #GreatPlaceToWork
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