Process Control Network Engineer
Posted
Summary
A permanent full-time engineer role in Perth CBD designing, maintaining, and securing Process Control Network (PCN) infrastructure in OT environments, supporting SCADA and industrial control systems. Day to day involves configuring industrial switches, routers, and firewalls (Cisco, Hirschmann, Stratix, Palo Alto) and troubleshooting network and cybersecurity issues.
Salary: Market rates
Process Control Network EngineerPermanent Fulltime role
Based in Perth CBD
Strong experience supporting SCADA, ICS, and OT network environments.
About the role:
We are seeking a skilled professional to support and optimise critical OT network environments across complex industrial operations. In this role, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and reliable Process Control Networks, supporting SCADA and control systems, and driving infrastructure improvements that enhance operational performance and security.
Job responsibilites:
- Design, support, and maintain Process Control Network (PCN) infrastructure within OT environments.
- Configure and troubleshoot industrial networking equipment, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
- Support SCADA, control systems, and industrial application connectivity.
- Diagnose and resolve network, communications, and cybersecurity issues.
- Partner with operations, controls, and cybersecurity teams to improve network performance and security.
- Assist with infrastructure upgrades, technology refreshes, and network improvement projects.
- Maintain technical documentation and ensure compliance with relevant standards and best practices.
Key Requirements:
- Experience within mining, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or other OT environments
- Strong knowledge of Ethernet networking, TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, and network security
- Hands-on experience with technologies such as Cisco, Hirschmann, Stratix, Palo Alto, or similar
- Understanding of SCADA, industrial control systems, and OT network architectures
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
- Relevant degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience with ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, or other OT cybersecurity frameworks
- Knowledge of industrial protocols including Modbus, DNP3, OPC, EtherNet/IP, or Profinet
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Fortinet NSE
How to apply:
If you are interested and possess the right experience, please apply now via the link to be considered.
Contact: Alson Fernandes – (08) 9423 1403 – (Job reference: 271469)
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