
Networks Engineer
Professional Industrial Consultants
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Alabama • Alaska • United States
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About the role
- Design, implement, and support Industrial Control Networks (ICN) within manufacturing facilities
- Manage Cisco-based industrial infrastructure
- Develop custom drivers, automation scripts, or data integration tools for manufacturing execution systems (MES)
- Deploy and maintain Cisco Industrial Ethernet (IE) switches, Stratix hardware, and ASA/FTD firewalls in a ruggedized factory environment
- Write and debug C++ for performance-critical networking protocols and C#/.NET for Windows-based manufacturing applications and HMI (Human Machine Interface) integrations
- Ensure seamless communication between Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, and standard TCP/IP
- Implement "Cell/Area" zone segmentation following ISA/IEC 62443 standards to protect factory assets from cyber threats
- Develop custom APIs to extract real-time telemetry data from sensors and controllers for predictive maintenance dashboards
Requirements
- Cisco CCNP (Enterprise or Collaboration) or CCNA Industrial
- Deep knowledge of VLANs, NAT, and Multicast in a factory setting
- C++: For low-level system communication and embedded networking tasks
- C#: For developing desktop tools, middleware, and interacting with SQL databases
- Familiarity with Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) or Siemens hardware that interacts with Cisco backbones
- Experience with Cisco TrustSec, Identity Services Engine (ISE), and CyberVision
- Candidate must be able to work on-site at least 3 times per week (Monday, Wed, & Friday)
- Must have work authorization in the US without requiring visa sponsorship
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
C++C#VLANsNATMulticastAPIsautomation scriptsdata integration toolscustom driverspredictive maintenance
Certifications
Cisco CCNPCisco CCNA Industrial