OT Network & Cybersecurity Engineer

Vaco; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a qualified OT Automation and Networking Engineer to design, develop, and commission OT equipment for industrial control systems. You will design OT network architectures, implement cybersecurity standards, and lead automation projects from concept to implementation.

The role requires a strong IT networking background, experience with VLANs, firewalls, and industrial protocols, and travel up to 40%. A 4-year degree and OT cybersecurity certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree in any related field.
• 3-5 years experience in OT/industrial networking.
• OT Cybersecurity Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and commission OT equipment for industrial control systems.
• Design and maintain OT network architectures.
• Implement OT cybersecurity best practices and standards.
• Lead automation and controls projects from concept to implementation.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, productivity, and efficiency.
• Create and maintain network architecture diagrams.
• Configure VLANs and firewall rules to segment OT and IT networks.
• Configure switches, firewalls, and servers on site after wiring is completed.
• Test and validate communications between OT and IT networks.
• Ensure builds meet EPA/cybersecurity standards within budget and schedule.

Skills

Firewalls, managed switches, servers

Network Architecture Diagram

OT networking protocols

Network security best practices

VLAN setup and segmentation

Cisco/Fortinet platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Job description

Vaco is seeking a qualified OT Automation and Networking Engineer to design, develop, and commission OT equipment for industrial control systems. You will design OT network architectures, implement cybersecurity standards, and lead automation projects from concept to implementation.

The role requires a strong IT networking background, experience with VLANs, firewalls, and industrial protocols, and travel up to 40%. A 4-year degree and OT cybersecurity certification are preferred.