OT Network Operations Engineer — Secure Industrial Networking

Power Factors; Ohio; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Factors is seeking a Network Engineer to operate, maintain, and enhance OT network and security infrastructure across industrial environments. The role involves managing firewalls, VPNs, and network devices to ensure secure, continuous operation.

You will collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams, document configurations, and support incident response. English communication skills are essential, with preferred experience in industrial networks and Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Network Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and related protocols.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst/HP Aruba switches and Fortigate firewalls.
• Familiarity with VPN technologies (SSL VPN, IPSec, OpenVPN).
• Ability to interface with clients in English clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain OT network and security infrastructure across industrial environments.
• Manage and troubleshoot VPNs for secure remote connections.
• Perform firewall upgrades and configuration changes.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, routing, switching, and VPN issues.
• Maintain network diagrams, device inventories, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity and engineering teams on projects.

Skills

Network Engineer

TCP/IP

DNS & HTTP

VPN technologies

Security

English communication

Linux basics

Security certifications

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Series

HP Aruba switches

Fortigate devices

OpenVPN / SSL VPN

IPS / IDS

Job description

Power Factors is seeking a Network Engineer to operate, maintain, and enhance OT network and security infrastructure across industrial environments. The role involves managing firewalls, VPNs, and network devices to ensure secure, continuous operation.

You will collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams, document configurations, and support incident response. English communication skills are essential, with preferred experience in industrial networks and Linux environments.