Senior Network Systems Engineer

Electric Hydrogen • San Jose, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Electric Hydrogen is seeking a Network Systems Engineer with expertise in Operational Technology (OT) networks and SCADA systems. The role focuses on ensuring the design, security, and reliability of industrial control environments, making sure OT infrastructure and SCADA platforms are resilient, secure, and integrated with enterprise systems. The company's mission is to make molecules to decarbonize the world by delivering hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, aiming for prices below fossil fuels. Electric Hydrogen designs and manufactures electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water, building a cost-effective path between renewable energy and industrial sectors. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in California and Massachusetts, committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with exposure to OT environments
• Experience designing and implementing OT and enterprise network infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet and Cisco networking and security platforms, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, and Cisco switches/routers
• Design and operate segmented OT networks using Fortinet and Cisco solutions, including VPNs, secure remote access, and zero-trust architectures
• Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles, including segmentation, intrusion detection, and secure remote access
• Experience with industrial networking equipment and technologies
• Knowledge of OT security standards and frameworks such as NIST SP 800-82 and IEC 62443
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting SCADA systems in production environments

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in OT protocols and SCADA architectures, with the ability to design and improve complex industrial communication systems
• Experience architecting zero-trust or segmented networks across IT and OT domains
• Familiarity with power grid or energy sector control systems
• Experience with DevOps, DevSecOps, or automation in infrastructure environments
• Database and data management experience, concerning industrial data systems
• Relevant certifications such as GICSP or CISSP, or vendor certifications such as CCNP/CCIE or Fortinet NSE

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support secure available OT network architectures that underpin SCADA and industrial control systems
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot SCADA components, including HMIs, data historians, and RTUs
• Ensure communication across industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and industrial Ethernet technologies such as Ethernet/IP and PROFINET
• Partner with engineering, operations, and vendors to integrate and improve SCADA systems within the broader network infrastructure
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls tailored to OT environments, including segmentation, monitoring, and access management
• Be a subject matter expert on OT and SCADA systems, standards adoption, and continuous improvement
• Design and deploy resilient and secure network architectures, including segmentation strategies, VLANs, firewall policies, and access controls
• Collaborate with IT and OT partners to define requirements and ensure understanding of industry standards and regulatory frameworks
• Configure and maintain network infrastructure, including industrial and enterprise-grade switches, routers, and firewalls
• Support data center environments, including VMware, Windows, and Linux systems
• Contribute to cloud infrastructure management across Azure and AWS
• Help design and implement identity and access management solutions across IT and OT systems
• Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities
• Develop detailed documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides
• Provide training and guidance to IT and engineering teams on OT networking, SCADA systems, and secure data practices

Benefits

• an equity grant
• time off programs
• a $75/month cell phone allowance
• a 4% employer 401(k) match
• access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability plans
• a discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees