Worley · 12 hours ago
Senior Network Specialist
CAN-AB-Edmonton, CAN-ON-Sudbury, USA-TX-Houston
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelWorley Consulting is a global group of consultants, scientists, engineers, and digital experts dedicated to solving the world’s critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges. The Senior Network Specialist serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the design and implementation of secure, reliable, and high-performance data networks for industrial environments across various sectors, providing technical expertise and guiding network design throughout all project phases.
ChemicalEnergyMineralMiningOil and GasPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Develop High-Level and Low-Level Design packages for industrial networks
Define network segmentation strategies in alignment with cybersecurity best practices
Prepare design criteria and network philosophies
Design private LTE/5G, Wi-Fi and other wireless data networks for industrial applications
Support IioT, edge computing and data acquisition architectures analytics, digital twin and automation systems
Define bandwidth requirements, redundancy models and availability targets
Develop network asset inventory and perform cybersecurity assessments
Develop FEED reports, network equipment specifications, and MTOs
Produce network topology diagrams, system architectures, IP addressing schemes, VLAN plans and firewall rulesets
Provide input to fiber optic network design, cabinet layouts and termination diagrams
Participate in Risk Assessments
Interface with various project teams internal and external (Automation, Electrical, IT, Operations, Cybersecurity, etc.) to align on network requirements and interfaces
Prepare technical specifications, datasheets and material requisitions for network equipment
Prepare FAT and SAT procedures
Participate in FATs, SATs and other type of inspections for network and cybersecurity systems
Support network configuration, validation and system integration testing
Assist commissioning teams with network readiness, connectivity testing and performance verifiction
Support troubleshooting, performance optimization, system cutover and transition to operations
Design and implement industrial cybersecurity controls align with IEC 62443, NIST, and industry best practices
Define firewall architectures, access control policies, remote access solutions and monitoring requirements
Support risk assessments, and cybersecurity design reviews
Support secure integration of OT systems with enterprise IT environments and cloud platforms
Leverages and helps develop the diverse background and skills of people for the attainment of company goals
Plans and executes projects through teamwork with other departments and with outside organizations
Identifies gaps and builds an environment which has readily accessible knowledge and continuous learning
Support talent development and contribute to building discipline capability within the organization
Participate in communities of practice and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Support proposals and bids by preparing technical writeups, execution strategies, engineering estimates and risk assessments
Identify opportunities for technology optimization, standardization and cost improvements
Contribute to client presentations and demonstrations
Qualification
Required
Experience delivering industrial network solutions in Oil & Gas, Mining, Power, Chemical, or similar industrial environments
Strong understanding of IT/OT convergence and industrial network architectures
Experience in the design and implementation of Wi-Fi, Private LTE/5G networks for industrial facilities
Practical experience in network design for buildings and industrial facilities including data centers, inside and outside plant (OSP)
Experience in the implementation of cybersecurity planning and implementation within industrial facilities
Experience in various industrial networks including Ethernet, Ethernet IP, Profibus, etc
Exposure to IIoT, edge computing, and data integration platforms
Experience with industrial cybersecurity frameworks and standards (IEC 62443, NIST, ISO 27001)
Familiarity with EPC/EPCM project delivery environments
Experience supporting conceptual, FEED, and detailed engineering phases
Experience with vendor selection, system integration, and testing activities (FAT/SAT)
Field experience supporting installation, configuration, and commissioning of network systems
Fluent in English (read, write, and speak)
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with multi-discipline teams
Proactive, detail-oriented and committed to high-quality work
Recognized Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electronics or related field from an accredited College or University
Preferred
Cybersecurity Certifications such as ISA/IEC 62443, ISC2 CC or others considered an asset
Certifications from industry leaders such as Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, HP, etc. considered an asset
Benefits
Excellent remuneration & benefits package
Friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment
Opportunity to develop your career prospects within Canada and overseas
Company
Worley
Worley is a leading global provider of professional project and asset services in the energy, chemicals and resources sectors.
Founded in 1971
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$362.1MKey Investors
Phoenix Group
2025-08-18Debt Financing· $101.73M
2025-05-06Debt Financing· $260.16M
2017-02-28Private Equity
Leadership Team
Chris Ashton
Chief Executive Officer
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