Network Engineer - SCADA Operations & Engineering

Gdh Consulting, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) plan

Wellbeats membership

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

GDH Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer specializing in SCADA network operations and security to lead management of mission-critical utility and infrastructure networks.

The role combines hands-on engineering, vendor coordination, and operational leadership to ensure network performance, security, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have enterprise networking and SCADA expertise, experience with VPNs, segmentation, and incident response, plus strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of enterprise network engineering experience.
• AT least 3 years supporting SCADA/OT environments.
• Proven vendor management and service delivery capabilities.
• Hands-on with Secure networking design and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead SCADA network availability, performance, and security.
• Develop network architecture, standards, and procedures.
• Drive incident response and root-cause analysis.
• Manage vendor relationships and SLAs.
• Maintain documentation of designs and configs.

Skills

Enterprise networking

SCADA systems

Security protocols

Vendor management

Network monitoring tools

Routing & switching (Cisco IOS/IOS-XE,

Incident response leadership

Documentation & communications

Work authorization (US)

Tools

ManageEngine

NetBrain

Syslog

Job description

Role Summary

A Senior Network Engineer specializing in SCADA network operations and security is sought to lead the management and oversight of mission-critical utility and infrastructure networks. This role involves hands-on engineering, vendor coordination, and operational leadership to ensure network performance, security, and compliance. The position requires expertise in enterprise networking, SCADA systems, and security protocols, supporting critical infrastructure environments with a focus on continuous improvement and incident resolution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical owner for the SCADA network environment, overseeing availability, performance, and security.


• Develop and maintain network architecture, configuration standards, and operational procedures.


• Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and escalation for SCADA network-related issues.


• Manage vendor relationships, including defining service expectations, monitoring performance, and coordinating support activities.


• Own and optimize network monitoring strategies, including device availability, interface utilization, routing, and environmental alerts.


• Implement and support secure communications, VPNs, and network segmentation aligned with security standards.


• Coordinate hardware lifecycle management, including planning firmware updates, refreshes, and end-of-life remediation efforts.


• Ensure network configurations adhere to security policies and regulatory compliance through regular reviews and audits.


• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions during major incidents and outages.


• Maintain detailed documentation of network designs, standards, and operational procedures to ensure consistency across platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of enterprise network engineering experience.


• At least 3 years supporting SCADA, operational technology, or critical infrastructure environments.


• Proven experience managing external vendors and service providers.


• Strong knowledge of enterprise routing, switching, and security protocols, including Cisco IOS/IOS-XE, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and segmentation strategies.


• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools such as ManageEngine, NetBrain, and Syslog.


• Demonstrated ability to lead technical incident response efforts and document complex network architectures.


• Active technical certifications such as CCNP Enterprise or equivalent are preferred; CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure or Cisco CyberOps certification are a plus.


• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.


• Ability to operate independently, owning large-scale network systems and troubleshooting complex technical issues.


• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Publishing Pay Range: $50.00 - $60.00 hourly

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with a mix of in-office work and remote flexibility.

About GDH

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, \"We care about people,\" isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

• Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services.


• Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans.


• Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!

For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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