Network Engineer - OT

Network Engineer

Des Moines, IA-(On-site)

6 Month Contract to Hire

Position Overview :

Solid knowledge of configuring and managing Cisco switches and routing protocols (especially OSPF and BGP).

Experience with network management tools (e.g., ISE, Panorama); automation experience is a plus but not required.

Understanding of networking fundamentals, including subnetting.

Operational Responsibilities :

Support and maintain network infrastructure across three affiliates, including lifecycle projects, new site installs, switch / firewall replacements, and incident response.

Participate in on-call rotation, responding to NOC calls and potentially being on-site at the data center as needed.

Handle compliance duties, including NERC CIP requirements and associated training.

Experience & Soft Skills :

Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience, with a preference for candidates showing commitment (not frequent job changes).

Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and learn quickly.

OT (Operational Technology) experience is a significant plus.

Ability to handle projects independently and work well within a team.