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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

OT Network Engineer (Operational Technology)

Durango, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $75K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is focused on providing operational technology solutions, and they are seeking an OT Network Engineer to support the SCADA systems and utility infrastructure of the City of Durango. The role involves managing network systems, ensuring data security, and assisting with technology improvements across various city departments.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the management of OT firewall systems, including patching, deployment, and ongoing monitoring

Assist with the maintenance and improvement of the OT layer 3 network across multiple facilities

Help manage and optimize the OT wireless network

Maintain and update the OT virtual server infrastructure, including configuration of storage, computing resources, and network settings

Oversee and upgrade the OT system’s secure and redundant back up systems. Monitor storage use and configuration, and perform system restores as needed

Implement, configure, troubleshoot, and support the Automated Water Meter Reading (AMR) system. Coordinate with AMR field crews and work closely with the Customer Service Division to ensure accurate and timely utility billing

Assist in designing, maintaining and deploying disaster recovery strategies and technologies

Perform capacity planning analysis and other needs assessments in support of virtualization and storage architecture strategy

Assist City personnel in the selection, purchasing, and implementation of network hardware and software

Assists in the preparation of system, program, security and user policies and procedures

Participate in the preparation of the City’s annual budget as it pertains to technology; submit budget recommendations

Perform system upgrades with minimal business impact. For upgrades requiring downtime, schedule during off-business hours

Utilize the IT help desk software to provide technical assistance

Proactively scrutinize network and system performance utilizing system logs and monitoring software; address technical issues as they arise

Participate in the IT department’s on-call rotation. In emergency circumstances, be available to on-call staff to assist with network related outages

Cover and cross train other IT Network Engineer positions

Assist Network & Security Manager and IT Director with duties

Qualification

Cisco networkingVirtualization technologiesSystem Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)Windows Server Active DirectoryAutomated Water Meter Reading (AMR)Network storageFirewall managementTechnical assistanceData analysisTroubleshootingUser-friendly communication

Required

A bachelor's degree with coursework in management information systems, computer science, or a related field

Possession of or ability to obtain Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification within six months of hire

Four years of increasingly responsible experience in Cisco networking, network storage, virtualization technologies, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), and Windows Server Active Directory

Experience analyzing, designing, programming, installing, configuring, and upgrading a variety of computer systems and programs

Experience overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, systems, or products

Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and train others in computer hardware and software programs

Ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language

Experience performing system, network, and database administration duties

Skilled in analyzing data and developing logical solutions to complex computer application and programming problems

Familiarity with installing network cabling and other components associated with networking technologies

Ability to prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities

Successful candidates must maintain a local residency (up to 100-mile radius outside the city limits of Durango, CO) and successfully complete a fingerprint background investigation to include local, state, and federal criminal history