Senior Network Engineer - Water SCADA Operational Technology

Provides network engineering services in support of SRP’s Water SCADA Operational Technology (OT) networks and systems. These include Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Field Area Networks (FANs), and radio systems. The successful design, construction, maintenance, and operation of these networks and systems are critical to supporting SRP’s mission of providing sustainable, reliable, and affordable water and energy., * Perform as a leader/engineer, responsible for planning, scheduling, and monitoring projects.

• Prepare specifications and bids associated with OT networks and systems.
• Design secure networks for Water SCADA systems and interface with corporate IT and other OT groups to establish secure connections.
• Configure and maintain next-generation firewalls.
• Set up and manage network operations center monitoring.
• Conduct network engineering design, configuration, studies, and analysis specific to Water SCADA systems.
• Identify trends and root causes of challenges, determine solutions, and make recommendations for management consideration.
• Establish and apply policies, procedures, and standards to deliver safe, secure, reliable, and efficient OT solutions.
• Prepare recommendation materials for management consideration.
• Administer and review work performed by consultants and others.
• Prepare and/or conduct written and oral reports and presentations
• Support the full lifecycle of Water SCADA network equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders in the best interest of SRP., Eligibility for advancement (progression) to the next level in the same role is based on overall job performance, mastery of all functional responsibilities, and time in position, as assessed by the supervisor.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

• Extensive knowledge of network routing, switching, VLANs, communications protocols, and the OSI model.
• Experience in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise and OT networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in a time-critical environment and manage multiple tasks with varying degrees of complexity.
• Strong understanding of OT-specific security practices and protocols.
• Experience in designing secure networks and interfacing with corporate IT and other OT groups.
• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining next-generation firewalls.
• Familiarity with setting up and managing network operations center monitoring.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced features in Cisco switches, including but not limited to QoS, security protocols, and high availability features.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices, including threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and incident response.

Position requires:

• Excellent teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Proven communication skills, including writing clearly and succinctly in various settings and styles.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills are essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of SRP’s business units are desired.
• Experience in multiple areas of networking technology, including routers, switches, firewalls, proxies, and network security.
• Experience with network performance monitoring and troubleshooting tools is desirable.
• Experience with network access control (NAC) technologies is desirable.

Desired Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• CompTIA Network+
• Cisco Certified DevNet Associate
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Education

A bachelor’s degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

This position may be filled at one of three levels outlined below, based on the candidate’s relevant education, experience, or a combination of both that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

• Level I - Associate: In lieu of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 4 years may be considered.
• Level 2 - Journey: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 6 years may be considered.
• Level 3 - Senior: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.

SRP’s success is rooted in our employees’ happiness, health, and safety. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona’s best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.