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Job Title: Operational Technology (OT) Network Engineer Location: Cleveland, OH (3 days/week onsite) Duration: 3-6 months (potential contract-to-hire) Pay Rate: $55/hr - $80/hr (depending on experience)
Job Description:
Manufacturing client requires a contract resource to support Operational Technology (OT) networks.
Resource will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining industrial network infrastructure to ensure seamless communication between the client s OT and IT systems.
This role focuses on supporting smart factories, automation systems, and industrial control networks while ensuring security, reliability, and compliance with industry regulations.
The engineer will work closely with production teams, maintenance personnel, IT staff, and cybersecurity professionals to maintain an efficient and secure manufacturing environment.
Must have skills/experience:
3+ years of experience in network administration, IT/OT systems, or industrial automation consisting of PLC, I/O, IIOT, Thin Clients, Managed Switches, and other ICS network components in manufacturing
Understanding of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching
3+ years of experience with industrial network protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA, DNP3)
3+ years of experience with integration of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network security principles
Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and risk management for OT environments
Experience with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, SNMP monitoring, or NetFlow
Nice to have skills/experience:
Industrial Control System (ICS) certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Industrial
ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification
GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
CompTIA Network+ or Security+
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Preferred for cybersecurity-focused roles)