Network Architect / Fiber Optic Specialist (IT/OT)

Infosys; Santiago; Híbrido; CLP 40.000.000 - 60.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global leader in digital services seeks a Network Architect / Fiber Optic Specialist in Santiago to own the design and management of mining communications networks. The role involves ensuring network availability, collaborating on OT security compliance, and frequent fieldwork. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive experience in IT/OT networking, with strong communication skills required.

Formación

• 8-12+ years of experience in IT/OT networking in mining/heavy industry.
• Familiarity with IEC 62443 Cybersecurity and Private LTE/5G vendor certifications.

Responsabilidades

• Own the architecture and design of communications networks.
• Ensure network uptime of 99.99% and compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate to ensure fiber network design complies with security protocols.

Conocimientos

Network Architecture

Communication Skills

OT Security

Reliability Engineering

Educación

Bachelor's in Electrical/Telecom/Network Engineering

Herramientas

SolarWinds

Optical Power Meter

OTDR

Descripción del empleo

Job Description: Network Architect / Fiber Optic Specialist (IT/OT)

Location: Chile, Santiago
Work Mode: Hybrid (combination of remote and on-site work)

Role Summary
We are hiring a Network Architect / FO Specialist who will own the architecture, implementation, and lifecycle management and design of mine-wide communications networks that connect pit–plant–port and underground operations. The successful candidate will shape the fiber backbone, private LTE/5G, Wi-Fi/mesh, and leaky-feeder networks; deliver PTP-synchronized, IEC 62443-segmented OT; and integrate IT/OT per ISA-95; all to enable safe, autonomous, and data-driven mining.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Architecture (Pit–Plant–Port & Underground)
• Fiber-Optic (FO) Plant – Design, Build, Assure
• Wireless & Underground Comms
• Reliability, Operations & Tooling
• Safety & Compliance
• 99.99% uptime / network availability
• Mean time to Recovery (MTTR) estimations based on architecture and equipment specifications requirements and familiar with blueprints designs, integration diagrams, cabling layouts.
• Communication and reporting skills (Soft skills)
• OT Security & IT/OT Integration (Segmentation, SOC integration)
• Collaborate with CISO or OT Security to ensure fiber network design complies with segmentation, firewalling, SOC monitoring, etc.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s in Electrical/Telecom/Network Engineering (or equivalent); 8-12+ years across IT/OT networking in mining/heavy industry.

Preferred Certifications
IEC 62443 Cybersecurity, CCNP/CCIE, 3GPP/Private LTE/5G vendor certifications, Fiber splicing/OTDR credentials.

Working Conditions
Frequent field work (pits, plants, underground headings) with PPE; on-call during shutdowns and incident response under site MSMS.

Tools & Technology Landscape

• Fiber & Test: G.652.D, G.657.A2, OTDR/OLTS, armored/LSZH per IEC 60794.
• Wireless: Private LTE/5G, Wi-Fi/mesh, leaky feeder.
• Timing: IEEE-1588 PTP profiles.
• Security: IEC 62443 zones & conduits.

Additional Tools & Technologies

• Familiar with network monitoring & analytics tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Observium, PRTG, NetScout)
• For testing purposes Optical Power Meter (OPM) for signal power (dBm), Light Source used for loss measurement (Insertion loss test).

Regulatory & Standards (Awareness)

• ITU-T G.652.D / G.657.A2
• IEC 60794 (Fiber Cable)
• IEEE-1588 PTP / C37.238 / IEC-IEEE 61850-9-3
• IEC 62443 (OT Security)
• ISA-95 / IEC 62264 (IT/OT Integration)
• GMG Underground Comms Guideline
• IEC 60079 (Hazardous Areas)
• DGMS (India)
• WHS Mines & MSMS Code (Australia)
• Decree 132/2004 & SERNAGEOMIN (Chile)
• MHSA (South Africa)

Regional Safety Compliance Understanding (Good to have)
Region Regulatory Framework: Chile - Decree 132/2004 & SERNAGEOMIN

EEO/About Us

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey.

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