Control and Autonomous Network Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.

IT analyst managing wireless, private 5G, and autonomous-machine connectivity at Caterpillar’s Peoria proving ground. Leading infrastructure, cybersecurity, and modernization initiatives onsite.

Posted 8/26/2026full-timeEast Peoria • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $158,480 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and supporting wireless, cellular, and network infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, mesh, microwave, and private 5G technologies. Proven ability to lead cybersecurity efforts, manage infrastructure projects, and collaborate across engineering and operations teams to enhance connectivity for autonomous and connected-machine technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wireless Network ManagementCybersecurity LeadershipProject ManagementCisco Networking KnowledgeAutonomous Machine Technologies

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure ManagementNetwork AdministrationSystems AdministrationTechnical OperationsRF Spectrum UtilizationVulnerability RemediationContinuous ImprovementRoot Cause AnalysisScriptingAutomation Tools

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCustomer Relationship ManagementProblem-Solving AbilitiesCross-Functional CollaborationProject Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Spectrum AnalyzersSite Survey ToolsDrive-Test ToolsDiagnostic PlatformsWireless Mesh SolutionsIndustrial Networking EquipmentAccess PointsMicrowave CommunicationsPrivate 5G TechnologiesSolar-Powered Network Assets

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingEngineeringTestingIndustrial EnvironmentsEnterprise NetworksConnected-Machine TechnologiesOT EnvironmentsCybersecurityVulnerability Management5G Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted IT partner to facility, engineering, and operations leadership
Manage and support wireless, cellular, and network infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, mesh, microwave, and private 5G technologies
Enable connectivity for autonomous and connected-machine technologies
Lead cybersecurity, vulnerability remediation, and compliance efforts
Manage infrastructure projects, vendors, budgets, and stakeholder communications
Drive continuous improvement, reliability, and modernization initiatives
Design, deploy, monitor, and support large-scale wireless network environments
Support Wi-Fi, wireless mesh, microwave, backhaul, cellular, and Private 5G technologies
Maintain connectivity supporting autonomous and remotely operated equipment
Develop network coverage strategies and RF spectrum utilization plans
Utilize spectrum analyzers, site survey tools, drive-test tools, and diagnostic platforms
Manage outdoor network infrastructure including access points, towers, solar-powered network assets, wireless bridges, edge communication devices, industrial networking equipment, and wireless mesh solutions
Perform root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to improve reliability
Partner with engineering, operations, facility leadership, autonomous machine teams, and enterprise IT organizations
Support machine connectivity, customer demonstrations, autonomous technologies, private wireless infrastructure, facility modernization initiatives, and business-critical operational systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or hands on experience
Experience in infrastructure, networking, systems administration, or technical operations
Experience supporting enterprise networks and wireless technologies
Proven project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong communication, customer relationship, and problem-solving abilities
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel throughout the proving ground
Experience in manufacturing, engineering, testing, or industrial environments preferred for top candidates
Knowledge of Cisco networking, wireless mesh, LTE/5G, microwave communications, and RF technologies
Experience with autonomous/connected-machine technologies and OT environments
Familiarity with cybersecurity, vulnerability management, scripting, and automation tools (PowerShell/Python)
Successful completion of a drug screen
No relocation
Sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Potential annual bonus
Day one benefits