Senior OT Firewall Engineer — Remote, NERC CIP Focus

TerraForm Power; New York (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Firewall Engineer to design and implement secure network infrastructures for their Remote Operations Center. The role focuses on managing network security for renewable energy operations such as wind, solar, and battery storage. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of NERC CIP compliance, firewall management, VPN configuration, and have a relevant degree or certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience with firewall management and network security design is essential.
• Knowledge of NERC CIP compliance standards is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement OT network security controls and firewalls.
• Administer policies, manage firewall configurations, and conduct regular health checks.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity Manager on security protocols and compliance.

Skills

Network security design

Firewall management

VPN configuration

Incident response

Compliance knowledge (NERC CIP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Relevant certifications (Cisco CCNP Security, Check Point CCSA/CCSE)

Tools

Cisco ASA/Firepower/FTD

Check Point

F5

Job description

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Firewall Engineer to design and implement secure network infrastructures for their Remote Operations Center. The role focuses on managing network security for renewable energy operations such as wind, solar, and battery storage. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of NERC CIP compliance, firewall management, VPN configuration, and have a relevant degree or certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a sustainable energy future.