IT OT Network Analyst; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Position: IT OT Network Analyst (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
## IT OT Network Analyst (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
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Fort Lauderdale, FL:
Full time:
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JR103137

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* Position Summary:

** The IT/OT Network Analyst is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and improving network infrastructure across corporate IT and Operational Technology environments. This position serves as a technical liaison between operations, engineering teams, vendors, and Corporate IT to ensure secure, reliable, and well-governed connectivity for business systems, facility networks, OT/IoT/IIoT devices, and related technology platforms. The role requires strong technical troubleshooting capabilities, an understanding of industrial and operational network environments, and the ability to support both day-to-day operations and project-based deployments while maintaining compliance with organizational standards and cybersecurity requirements.

** Travel Requirement:
** Up to 30%, including travel to other cities or states as business needs require.  This is a fully onsite position based at our
** Fort Lauderdale Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Facility**. The ideal candidate will reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility.
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* Key Responsibilities:

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* ** Operational Technology Support:**  + Provide technical network support for OT, IoT, and IIoT systems used within operational environments.  + Partner with plant engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to ensure technology solutions support operational continuity and safety requirements.  + Assist with troubleshooting connectivity issues related to industrial systems, equipment networks, monitoring platforms, and vendor-managed solutions.  + Support segmentation, secure communications, and access control practices between corporate and OT environments.
* ** IT/OT Project and Deployment Support:**  + Assist with the implementation of new hardware, software, network, and infrastructure solutions across assigned facilities.  + Participate in IT and OT projects, including upgrades, migrations, integrations, network refreshes, and technology standardization initiatives.  + Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to validate technical requirements, installation readiness, and post-deployment support needs.  + Track assigned tasks, communicate risks or issues, and provide timely updates to Corporate IT leadership.
* ** End-User and Facility Technology Support:**  + Provide hands-on support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, telephony, conference room technology, and other facility IT assets as needed.  + Respond to service requests and incidents in accordance with established support procedures and service expectations.  + Escalate issues appropriately and collaborate with Corporate IT teams to ensure timely resolution.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, Cybersecurity, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
* Minimum of three years of experience in network administration, infrastructure support, desktop support, or IT/OT operational environments.
* Working knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, wireless networking, firewalls, and network troubleshooting methodologies.
* Experience supporting industrial, plant, manufacturing, utilities, energy, or similar operational environments is strongly preferred.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and support time-sensitive operational issues in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Ability to travel up to 30% and provide onsite support at assigned facilities as required.  
** Preferred Certifications and Technical

Experience:

*** CompTIA Network+, Security+, GIAC, or equivalent network/security certification.
* Cisco CCNA, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto Networks, or comparable network infrastructure certification.
* Microsoft Certified:
Endpoint Administrator Associate or similar endpoint, identity, or infrastructure certification.
* Hands-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or similar enterprise network and security platforms.
* Familiarity with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud networking concepts is preferred but not required.
* Experience with analog…