Operation Technology Field Technician

Kinetik•Midland, TX

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Kinetik is strategically located in the heart of the Delaware Basin in the Permian, one of the fastest growing areas for oil and gas development in the world. We provide the gathering, compression, processing, transportation and water management services required to bring natural gas, natural gas liquids and crude oil to market and are dedicated to providing the best service and netback for our customers. We are driven to be best-in-class and committed to growing our existing assets in the Permian Basin through both greenfield and acquisition opportunities. Kinetik employees have decades of experience in West Texas and provide all the important services our customers need to deliver gas and crude oil production to market, which include gathering, transportation, compression, processing and produced water management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The OT Network and Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient networks and systems used in industrial control environments. This role involves ensuring OT systems' integrity, confidentiality, and availability while addressing network and security challenges specific to industrial settings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related work experience instead of a degree.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, GICSP, PCNSE) are highly desirable.
Minimum 5 years of experience in network and security engineering, with a focus on OT environments.
Proven experience with industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA systems, and network security protocols.
Strong understanding of OT network architecture and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC).
Proficiency in network security tools and practices, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
Experience with risk management and compliance standards relevant to OT.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Solid Experience with Palo Alto Networks product line. Specifically, Strata.
Experience with SIEM/XDR tools (e.g., Wazuh).
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High level of integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Design and deploy OT network infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Develop and maintain network diagrams and documentation.
Ensure network configurations meet operational requirements and industry best practices.
Implement and manage security measures for OT systems, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and access controls.
Develop and enforce security policies and procedures tailored to OT environments.
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Monitor OT networks for potential threats and performance issues.
Respond to and manage security incidents and breaches, coordinating with IT and other relevant teams.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Ensure OT systems comply with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO, IEC).
Provide technical support for OT network and security issues.
Troubleshoot and resolve network and security incidents to minimize operational downtime.
Work with vendors and service providers as needed to address technical issues.
Plan and execute the integration of new OT technologies and systems.
Manage upgrades and patching of network and security components to maintain system integrity and performance.
Provide training and guidance on OT security best practices to staff members.
All other duties as assigned