IT/OT Network Engineer

DNV•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an IT / Computer Engineer to support industrial networking, cybersecurity, SCADA infrastructure, and operational technology (OT) environments. This role bridges traditional IT systems and industrial control systems, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity across utility and energy infrastructure projects. The position involves designing and maintaining industrial networks; managing SCADA infrastructure; configuring and troubleshooting network equipment and VPNs; implementing OT cybersecurity practices; integrating systems; resolving network and communications issues; supporting deployments, upgrades, and migrations; and developing documentation. Travel to project sites is required for commissioning and deployment activities. The position offers flexible scheduling and hybrid opportunities. Pre-employment drug and background screening are conducted. Immigration-related employment benefits, including visa sponsorship, are not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
At least 2 years of experience in industrial networking, OT infrastructure, and related environments.
Strong understanding of network routing, industrial protocols, SCADA architecture, and cybersecurity in mission-critical utility environments.
Strong network troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple competing tasks.
Resilient and solution-oriented approach to technical challenges and system issues.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
Willingness to travel to project sites for commissioning and deployment activities.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Windows Server and virtualization technologies, including VMware.
Knowledge of SQL databases.
Experience with Cisco networking, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
Familiarity with industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP, DNP3, OPC UA, MQTT, and IEC 60870-5-104.
Familiarity with OT cybersecurity frameworks and practices.

Responsibilities

Design and maintain industrial network architectures.
Manage SCADA servers, historians, gateways, and communication infrastructure.
Configure and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, and VPN solutions.
Implement cybersecurity best practices for OT environments.
Execute system integration between SCADA, databases, cloud services, and utility communication systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve network, connectivity, and communication performance issues.
Drive system deployments, upgrades, and migrations.
Develop network and cybersecurity documentation.
Travel to project sites for commissioning and deployment activities.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, company holidays, and personal days.
Multiple medical and dental benefit plans; vision benefits.
Spending accounts, including FSA, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits, and a company-seeded HSA.
Employer-paid, therapist-led virtual care services.
401(k) with company match.
Company-provided life insurance and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Education reimbursement program.
Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities.
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through the Impact Program.
Paid volunteer time off (VTO).
Career advancement opportunities.