Network Engineer

Morgan Philips Group SA; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding energy company is seeking a talented Network Engineer to lead their IT and OT network infrastructure. This pivotal role involves optimizing cloud computing capabilities and ensuring high-performance network architectures that support critical business operations. As part of a highly profitable organization, you will have the opportunity to share in substantial bonuses while developing and implementing robust network strategies. This is an exciting chance to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise in cloud and network engineering will make a significant impact on both operational efficiency and security.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing IT and OT network infrastructures.
• Deep understanding of industrial control systems and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT and OT network strategies.
• Oversee design and maintenance of secure network infrastructures.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Network Engineering

Operational Technology (OT)

Cloud Computing

Cybersecurity

SCADA

SD-WAN

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

AWS

ICS

NIST Compliance

Job description

Network Engineer required by an energy company. The position involves 3 days on-premises in their London office and 2 days remote. The company is expanding, highly profitable, offering significant bonuses of around 30%. Core requirements include core network engineering, OT (ICS, SCADA), Cloud, SD-WAN / SDN.

The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled hands-on IT & OT Network expert with Cloud experience to lead and optimize our network infrastructure and cloud computing capabilities across both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments. This role is pivotal in ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performance network architectures that support critical business operations and industrial processes.

Responsibilities (amongst others):

1. Network & Cloud Strategy: Develop and implement robust IT and OT network strategies, aligning with business objectives to enhance operational efficiency and security.
2. Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of secure and scalable IT and OT networks, including cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
3. Cybersecurity & Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443, ISO 27001), implementing best-in-class cybersecurity measures.
4. Cloud Computing & Edge Technologies: Optimize cloud-based solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud architectures, ensuring seamless integration with on-prem OT systems.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

1. Extensive experience in managing IT and OT network infrastructures within complex, high-availability environments.
2. Deep understanding of industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and IIoT integration.
3. Good experience in cloud computing AWS or other cloud and hybrid network architectures.
4. Proven track record of implementing cybersecurity frameworks and risk management strategies.
5. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.