Server Engineer - OT Network / Remote

Baker Hughes; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled OT Network Engineer to enhance operational technology security. This role involves designing and implementing network architectures, managing server configurations, and ensuring alignment between OT and IT strategies. You will perform risk assessments, implement security measures, and provide technical support for network-related issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will drive continuous improvement and innovation in OT operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in OT network engineering or similar roles.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement OT network architectures with OT architects.
• Manage server configurations and ensure network efficiency and security.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Networking

Relevant industry certification (CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE)

Tools

Windows Server Management

Linux Server Management

VMWare

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and implement OT network architectures in collaboration with OT architects.
• Ensure alignment between OT and IT networking strategies where possible.
• Represent the OT networking initiatives and requirements to the IT networking teams.
• Ensure segmentation is implemented in accordance with OT security policies.
• Manage and maintain server configurations, and work with enterprise teams on backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Perform risk assessments and implement security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network segmentation.
• Work closely with the IT Network Operations and Engineering, and Systems Administration teams to ensure network and server efficiency, reliability, and security.
• Provide technical support for OT network-related issues and ensure maximum uptime.
• Document network and server configurations, changes, and incidents.
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, security, and resilience of OT operations.

Basic Qualifications

• Min 3 year experience in similar roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, or related field; or relevant industry certification such as CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, or similar.
• Experience in network and server engineering, preferably in an OT environment.
• Familiarity with IEC-62443 or other industrial cybersecurity standards is a plus.
• Fluent written and spoken English is a must.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and services (e.g., TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, OSI Model).
• Experience with Windows and Linux server management, both physical and virtual.
• Familiarity with common enterprise hypervisors like VMWare is a plus.
• Familiarity with network troubleshooting techniques, tools and software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows server environments.

Reporting Structure

• This position will report to the Senior Director of Operational Technology Security.
• This position will be technically led by the OT Operations Manager.