Senior Operational Technology (OT) Engineer
Description:
The Senior Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is a customer-facing position engaged in network optimization and virtualization for a major GPA client. This engineer needs to have experience in industrial manufacturing and be able to adapt to a fast-paced 24/7/365 industrial environment. This engineer will be supporting Cisco networks consisting of 100+ switches, firewalls, and wireless devices.
Primary Location:
This position will be based out of Wilmington, NC.
Responsibilities:
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Responsible for working within a team of engineers supporting the maintenance, expansion, and improvements of the network and its’ components.
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Provide support for a mid-size deployment of VMware vSphere ESXi 5.5 & 6.0 using technologies like vCenter appliances, distributed switches, High Availability, VMware Horizon View, and more is required.
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Provide support for, secure, and improve the Active Directory domain and existing deployment of over 300 servers and workstations.
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Other opportunities to work on new deployments and projects within GPA as needed and primary client demands allow
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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CCNA or equivalent relevant experience working with Cisco devices.
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VCP-DCV or equivalent relevant experience working with VMware technologies
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Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, and common technologies found in domain deployments
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Ability to troubleshoot basic hardware problems
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Understanding of iSCSI, Fiber Channel, and other SAN technologies
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Ability to execute a backup strategy and test restore procedures
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Basic database administration skills (Microsoft SQL)
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Experience with an array of desktop and server operating systems (2000, 2003, 2012, 2016, XP, 7, 10)
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Test and deploy Microsoft security patches in a non-disruptive manner
Preferred additional skills:
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Experience within industrial manufacturing facilities
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Experience scripting in PowerShell, VBScript, or other languages
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Experience working in an industrial or other 24/7 environment
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Knowledge of OSI PI or other manufacturing historian and trending packages
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Working experience with ABB, Rockwell, Valmet, Siemens, or other DCS vendors, including software installation and configuration
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Understanding of the Purdue Enterprise Reference Architecture
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Experience with Aruba wireless hardware
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Dell Wyse Zero Clients or HP ThinOS
GPA offers a competitive compensation package including:
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Attendance to Training and Industry Conferences
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Medical plan with prescription, dental, and vision coverage
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Company-paid life insurance
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Company-paid short-term disability insurance
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Company matched 401(k)
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Holidays, vacation, and personal time