Network Architect - SCADA

Job Description

Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Network Architect to join their architecture team as part of a significant modernization program. This initiative includes major cybersecurity upgrades and IT modernization efforts, with a future focus on field service capabilities. The role is crucial in driving broader business transformation activities aimed at improving both back-office operations and front-line services. The ultimate goal is to enhance the efficiency of engineers, particularly in managing gas emergencies, escapes, and repairs.

Responsibilities:
Develop and implement network strategies for deploying industrial manufacturing SCADA systems and IoT equipment across 300 remote sites.
Ensure secure end-to-end data flow from site to core, supporting comprehensive gas network monitoring.
Collaborate with third-party resources for network engineering tasks, integrating their efforts within the product group.
Contribute to business transformation activities to improve efficiency in both back-office operations and front-line services.
Plan and manage the deployment of next-generation devices, focusing on modernizing end-user networks.
Support initiatives aimed at enabling engineers to respond effectively to gas emergencies, escapes, and repairs.

Key Requirements:
Extensive experience as a Network Architect or in a similar role, with a strong focus on end-user infrastructure.
Proficiency in AWS and cybersecurity practices.
Expertise in deploying and managing IoT devices and industrial SCADA systems.
Proven ability to manage and plan the deployment of next-generation devices.
Familiarity with operational technology (OT) and modernizing end-user networks.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.