Network Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

We are seeking a highly skilled Network and Security Engineer with experience in Operational Technology (OT) standards to join our dynamic and fast-paced environment in the pharmaceutical/vaccine manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in securing and optimizing network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry-specific OT security frameworks, and working closely with a global team to meet and maintain security standards.

Responsibilities;

• Network & Security Management:
  • Design, implement, and maintain secure and reliable network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud networking.
  • Ensure high availability, redundancy, and performance of network security systems.
  • Monitor, detect, and respond to network security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Operational Technology (OT) Security:
  • Implement and maintain OT security standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, and GxP compliance for pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chain environments.
  • Secure industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and IoT devices against cyber threats.
  • Work closely with OT and IT teams to integrate cybersecurity best practices within production environments.
• Global Collaboration & Compliance:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including global IT security, compliance, and engineering teams, to align security policies with corporate and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to industry regulations (e.g., FDA, GDPR, HIPAA) and internal cybersecurity policies.
  • Conduct risk assessments, audits, and security awareness training.
• Incident Response & Continuous Improvement:
  • Respond to security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve security strategies, tools, and automation to enhance threat detection and response.
  • Keep up to date with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices in OT security.

Qualifications;

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in network and security engineering, preferably in pharmaceutical or manufacturing industries.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of OT security standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, GAMP).
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint security, and industrial network security solutions.
  • Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or other network security appliances.
  • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and Zero Trust architecture.
  • Knowledge of ICS/SCADA, industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA), and their security implications.
• Soft Skills & Work Environment:
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience working in a global team and collaborating across time zones.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to security challenges.

Preferred Qualifications;

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certification.
• Cisco CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSE, or Fortinet NSE certifications.
• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Specialist certification.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000 

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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