Design network infrastructure and make recommendations to support client needs.
Create Layer 1, 2, 3 drawings to depict the network.
Create an IP address spreadsheet for all devices on the network.
Define firewall rules to facilitate the necessary secure communication between devices.
Configure, test, and troubleshoot network equipment using industry best practices for secure networks.
Configure firewalls to allow only desired traffic between devices (common vendors are Fortinet, Palo Alto).
Coordinate and troubleshoot VPN tunnels to allow remote traffic.
Configure network switches (common vendors are Cisco, SEL, Hirschmann, Antaira).
Support engineers and clients with communication issues as they arise.
Configure client servers under the supervision of a Lead Administrator.
Installation of operating systems (Windows and Linux).
Installation of SCADA applications (Ignition and others).
Installation of historian database (Microsoft SQL, MySQL, MariaDB).
Configuration of Virtual Machines.
Configure Network Attached Storage (NAS) or recovery solutions.
Take ownership of quality and participate in QC checks of designs and configurations.
Fosters strong client relationships, demonstrating responsiveness both within the organization and externally, with regular client engagement.
Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or combination of education and experience in lieu of degree with relevant industry experience along with related professional network certifications (CCNA, Network+, VCTA-DCV, etc.)
Strong communication skills are required to maintain positive client relationships.
Attention to detail and strong time management skills.
Hands-on experience with design, implementation, and maintenance of all aspects of network environment including routers, firewalls, switching and wireless.
Understanding and experience with NERC CIP standards and how the control environment impacts both the business and IT/OT processes and systems is preferred.
Experience working in the electric utility industry or other industrial network environments with exposure to SCADA devices or protective relays is strongly preferred.
Proficient understanding of setting up or overseeing physical or virtual servers, with a preference for experience in Hyper Converged Solutions or alternative redundant server configurations (such as VMware VSAN and others).
Basic understanding of multiple communication protocols (DNP/Modbus/IEC61850/TCP/UDP) and physical communication mediums (RS232, RS485, copper, fiber, etc.).
Experience in Network security, Vulnerability management, Asset management, Network security architecture and Network hardening is preferred.
Experience with Wireshark, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, Visio, PuTTY, SolarWinds is a plus.
Tech Stack
Firewalls
Linux
MariaDB
MySQL
SQL
Switching
VMware
Benefits
Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture
OT Network & Systems Administrator II at Ulteig | JobVerse