Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Operational Technology Network Architect
Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Job Description
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is hiring an Operational Technology Network Architect in Saukville, WI or Cleveland, OH. Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Job Summary: The OT Network Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining industrial network infrastructure to ensure seamless communication between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems. Position Specifics: Location: Saukville, WI or Cleveland, OH Schedule: Hybrid role, 3 days per week in the office Travel: Up to 5% travel between Saukville, WI and Cleveland, OH Relocation: Benefits available Key Responsibilities: Design and deploy industrial network architectures supporting MES, SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, and IIoT. Configure and maintain industrial Ethernet, VLANs, and segmented networks. Integrate OT and IT networks to enable secure data flow between production and enterprise systems. Apply zero-trust architecture to secure PLCs, robots, IoT devices, and SCADA components. System Monitoring & Performance Develop tools and teams for continuous monitoring of OT network traffic, latency, and uptime. Optimize network performance for high availability and real-time machine communication. Diagnose and resolve plant issues related to latency, interference, and other network root causes. Security & Compliance Ensure compliance with ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, and ISO 27001 standards. Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and manage patching for industrial systems. Develop and maintain incident response plans for network failures and cyber threats. Implement backup and recovery strategies for network configurations. Operational Support & Troubleshooting Provide technical escalation support for plant engineers, maintenance, and IT teams. Troubleshoot automation system connectivity issues in a 24/7/365 environment. Support integration of new plant equipment through architecture and device configuration. Documentation & Change Management Maintain network diagrams, security policies, and compliance documentation. Document configurations, change management records, and troubleshooting guides. Assess and develop Management of Change (MoC) processes for OT systems. Data & System Integration Support data architecture across SCADA, MES, ERP, and business intelligence systems. Implement critical system solutions in continuous operation environments. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Network Engineering, Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in network administration, IT/OT systems, or industrial automation. Understanding of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching. 3+ years of experience with industrial network protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA, DNP3). 3+ years of experience with integration of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network security principles. Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and risk management for OT environments. Experience with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, SNMP monitoring, or NetFlow. Nice to Have: 6+ years of experience in network administration, IT/OT systems, or industrial automation. Industrial Control System (ICS) certifications. ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification. GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP). CompTIA Network+ or Security+. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Preferred for cybersecurity-focused roles). We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO). Charter Manufacturing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is hiring an Operational Technology Network Architect in Saukville, WI or Cleveland, OH. Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Job Summary: The OT Network Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining industrial network infrastructure to ensure seamless communication between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems. Position Specifics: Location: Saukville, WI or Cleveland, OH Schedule: Hybrid role, 3 days per week in the office Travel: Up to 5% travel between Saukville, WI and Cleveland, OH Relocation: Benefits available Key Responsibilities: Design and deploy industrial network architectures supporting MES, SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, and IIoT. Configure and maintain industrial Ethernet, VLANs, and segmented networks. Integrate OT and IT networks to enable secure data flow between production and enterprise systems. Apply zero-trust architecture to secure PLCs, robots, IoT devices, and SCADA components. System Monitoring & Performance Develop tools and teams for continuous monitoring of OT network traffic, latency, and uptime. Optimize network performance for high availability and real-time machine communication. Diagnose and resolve plant issues related to latency, interference, and other network root causes. Security & Compliance Ensure compliance with ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, and ISO 27001 standards. Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and manage patching for industrial systems. Develop and maintain incident response plans for network failures and cyber threats. Implement backup and recovery strategies for network configurations. Operational Support & Troubleshooting Provide technical escalation support for plant engineers, maintenance, and IT teams. Troubleshoot automation system connectivity issues in a 24/7/365 environment. Support integration of new plant equipment through architecture and device configuration. Documentation & Change Management Maintain network diagrams, security policies, and compliance documentation. Document configurations, change management records, and troubleshooting guides. Assess and develop Management of Change (MoC) processes for OT systems. Data & System Integration Support data architecture across SCADA, MES, ERP, and business intelligence systems. Implement critical system solutions in continuous operation environments. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Network Engineering, Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in network administration, IT/OT systems, or industrial automation. Understanding of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching. 3+ years of experience with industrial network protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA, DNP3). 3+ years of experience with integration of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network security principles. Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and risk management for OT environments. Experience with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, SNMP monitoring, or NetFlow. Nice to Have: 6+ years of experience in network administration, IT/OT systems, or industrial automation. Industrial Control System (ICS) certifications. ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certification. GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP). CompTIA Network+ or Security+. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Preferred for cybersecurity-focused roles). We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO). Charter Manufacturing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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