Operational Technology (OT) Network Engineer

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TRC is looking for an Operational Technology (OT) Network Engineer to provide technical infrastructure support for the utility, including the Energy Management System (EMS) and its supporting technologies, the distributed network and computing resources at power plants and substations, and the physical security network and network resources across all utility locations.

This work consists of delivering multiple OT projects related to substation, distribution, and power plant operations automation and physical security system, as well as providing on-going administrative and operations support for these systems and the teams that use them. Their OT infrastructure platforms are fundamental to their success and ability to upgrade and expand how they deliver power to their customers. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential.

In this role, the OT Network Engineer will apply sophisticated knowledge and experience with networking, switching, firewall configuration, data communications, cyber security and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards to develop, operate and maintain the highly available 24x7 OT infrastructure. They will design, deploy, configure, and lead network systems tasks and integrate vendor products, including:

• Network switches, network firewalls, physical security and access control systems, and intrusion protection and detection systems in both IT and OT environments, including Cisco Systems switches, Palo Alto Networks firewalls, and various Fortinet network systems
• Tripwire, SolarWinds, Dell EMC Avamar/BRM, Rsyslog.
• IBM Security QRadar SIEM, Cybereason, Tenable / Nessus
• Assessing current network design and making recommendations for changes to improve operational reliability and cyber security

This resource will be required to be in the field approximately two weeks per month, therefore they require local candidates only. The expectation is that this resource will be 100% utilization for a duration of 12 months. Continuing work will be assessed on an as-needed basis.

• Develop and maintain quality network support processes and design standards for:
  • High availability, redundancy, and operational continuity and configuration management
  • NERC compliance, cyber security protection, and intrusion detection
• Collaborate with customers and vendors to:
  • Design network solutions that meet business and regulatory requirements
  • Serve as a central point of contact for network concerns
  • Maintain lifecycle management, system performance metrics and reports
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Develop and support system changes that include:
  • OT infrastructure, operating system, and application patches and upgrades
  • Configure, test and deploy network equipment, hardware, software.
  • System interfaces, performance and reports with vendor supported software
• Operations & Maintenance
  • Monitor, diagnose, resolve, and report incidents and user issues
  • Coordinate with colleagues and customers on deliverables
  • Attend weekly team meetings to discuss status
  • Provide recurring onsite support for field systems
  • Administer network routes to enable communication between sites
• Maintain asset databases and design drawings for all systems

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• 5-7+ years of experience in network engineering roles
• Experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto or other similar network devices.
• Knowledge of Firewall rule best practices.
• Strong understanding of network design concepts and best practices.
• Experience creating complete design drawings and as-built drawings for networks.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.