Operational Technology; OT Network Engineer; Mid-Senior Level

Position: Operational Technology (OT) Network Engineer (Mid-Senior Level)
Operational Technology (OT) Network Engineer (Mid-Senior Level)

Location: Tulsa, OK (Onsite 3 days/week - local candidates only)

Contract Duration: 12 months, strong likelihood of extension with goal to eventually convert.

Interview Process: First round virtual interview, second round onsite lab.

Work Authorization: USC or Green Card

OT network engineering expertise with strong routing/switching & firewalls, hands-on DMVPN & BGP, network monitoring/operations, deployment & configuration, plus scripting/automation (Python/Ansible) and security compliance knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

Network Monitoring & Operations

Monitor network health, performance, and availability across operational sites

Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues; respond to alerts promptly

Validate primary and backup communication paths (cellular, satellite, terrestrial)

Analyze logs to identify recurring issues or service degradation

Support incident response and service restoration efforts

Configuration & Implementation

Configure, stage, and deploy routers, switches, and firewalls

Execute migrations and device cutovers using standard configuration templates

Support installation of circuits and new network hardware

Perform post-deployment validation and peer reviews

Maintain accurate configuration records and repositories

Compliance & Security

Ensure compliance with corporate network and security standards

Review configurations for unauthorized or non-compliant changes

Support audits, patching, and vulnerability remediation

Maintain secure configurations across all network devices

Ensure devices are integrated into authentication, logging, and monitoring systems

Documentation & Knowledge Management

Maintain network diagrams, IP address documentation, and configuration records

Develop and update SOPs, deployment guides, and troubleshooting documentation

Contribute to internal knowledge bases

Ensure all changes are documented and version-controlled

Collaboration & Communication

Participate in team standups and project planning sessions

Coordinate with engineering, operations, and field teams

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and leadership

Provide regular status updates and progress reports

Automation & Continuous Improvement

Develop and utilize automation tools/scripts for deployments and validation

Identify opportunities to streamline repetitive tasks

Support automation workflows (e.g., onboarding, compliance checks)

Assist with lab testing and validation prior to production rollout

Required

Skills & Experience:



Strong expertise in network engineering fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls)

Hands-on experience with:

DMVPN and BGP (must-have)

Routers and switching infrastructure

Experience with network monitoring and operations

Configuration, deployment, and implementation experience

Additional Technical Skills

Knowledge of network security and compliance practices

Experience with automation/scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, Nornir, or similar)