Sr OT Network Engineer

Under general guidance, this senior-level role uses diverse knowledge of technical principles and methods to a wide range of assignments and associated domains. Demands the use of advanced tools as well as the adaptation and broadening of theories, precepts, and practices in the field of Operational Technology (OT) networks. Collaborates on innovative solutions to problems encountered. Receives guidance on broad objectives, significant issues, creative ideas, and policy matters. Additional responsibilities may be allocated as part of the job duties. Individuals having experience with NERC CIP are desirable.

The Sr. PGD Engineer role enhances candidates expertise of Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) practices in power generation facilities and control center operational environments. Candidates can expect to serve in a hybrid role which includes implementation and project management of OT networks, oversight of NERC CIP process management as it relates to OT projects, hands-on cyber security implementation and troubleshooting of OT networks, and participation in organizational projects, as necessary.

Team members in this role will:
• Work in conjunction with subject matter experts and learn how ICS security is designed, configured, and maintained in an operational technology (OT) environment.
• Develop a technical understanding of ICS network infrastructure, security appliances, and security control configurations.
• Manage integration of one or more NERC CIP standard into OT network projects
• Support the execution of operational tasking specific to network and system administration, security patch management, AV, SIEM Log Monitoring, Backup & Recovery, and Incident Response.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’ Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer), Computer Science, Management of Information systems and/or related fields
• Proficient understanding of the NERC Reliability Standards, with emphasis on Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in security center applications, monitoring, troubleshooting and Analysis.
• Must be proficient in computer operating systems, technical documentation process and gathering of auditing documentations.
• Demonstrates competence in analyzing and solving highly complex system / application-related problems within a reasonable amount of time
• Strong written and oral communication skills required for interaction with various customers of the power generation operations in order to understand customer needs and translate them to technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications
• OT Network Experience
• Technical Writing Experience
• Security Tools and/or Applications Experience

Job Overview

Employees in this role have responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, selection of areas for investigation, and development of novel concepts.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs
• Acts as technical liaison to individuals within and outside the organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to individual's field
• Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Engineering
• Experience:5+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisor/Management Experience:0+ years

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