Network Engineer

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


Location: Tulsa, OK (Onsite 3 days/week - local candidates only) candidates within 100 miles of Tulsa but willing to do final onsite lab.


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)