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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SCADA Network Technician - **Company:** REDBIRD COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Data Loss, Document Management Systems, Firmware, Health Information Management, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), IP Addressing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Modbus, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, OLE for Process Control, Serial Communications, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Network Routers, Information Technology - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://brazosmidstream.com/careers/scada-network-technician ## About the Role * Associate degree in electronics, instrumentation, industrial technology, networking, computer systems, or a related technical field; equivalent field experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * 3+ years of experience supporting SCADA, industrial communications, automation, or control systems in oil and gas, energy, pipeline, midstream, or similar industrial environments. * Working knowledge of industrial networking fundamentals including switches, routers, serial communications, IP addressing, VPN concepts, and network troubleshooting. * Experience with field communications technologies such as licensed and unlicensed radio, cellular, fiber-optic systems, and Starlink. * Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, one-lines, network diagrams, panel layouts, and technical manuals. * Valid driver's license and ability to travel to field locations, including occasional after-hours or callout support., * Experience with oil and gas SCADA platforms (Ignition), historians, or field automation systems. * Familiarity with measurement and telemetry used in production, compression, tank battery, LACT, gas measurement, or pipeline operations. * Experience supporting PLCs, RTUs, flow computers, and remote telemetry equipment. * Knowledge of OT cybersecurity practices and standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, company cyber policies, or regulated control system environments. * Relevant vendor or technical certifications in networking, industrial automation, fiber optics, radio systems, or cybersecurity. * Understanding of change management, incident response, and documentation control within industrial operations. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills in SCADA, communications, and industrial network environments. * Ability to prioritize work across planned maintenance, projects, and operational support requests. * Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with field and office teams. * High attention to detail in system documentation, labeling, testing, and configuration control. * Commitment to safe work practices and compliance in potentially hazardous operating environments. * Ability to work independently in remote field settings and collaboratively across multiple disciplines. Working Conditions * Work is performed in both office/control room and field environments. * Role may require driving to remote sites, climbing ladders, working around industrial equipment, and exposure to changing weather conditions. * Occasional overtime, on-call support, and emergency response may be required. * Must be able to comply with all safety training, PPE requirements, and site access procedures. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs, operational priorities, and project requirements. ## Description The SCADA Network Technician supports the reliability, security, and performance of field and control room communications that enable Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operations across oil and gas assets. This role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and documents communications and network infrastructure connecting RTUs, PLCs, meters, analyzers, radios, cellular devices, fiber systems, and other field equipment to SCADA hosts, historians, and operational applications. The technician works closely with Operations, Measurement, Automation, I&E, and IT/OT teams to minimize downtime, improve data quality, and maintain safe, compliant operations., * Install, configure, test, and maintain SCADA communication networks and field connectivity across production, gathering, compression, processing, terminal, and pipeline facilities. * Support communications for RTUs, PLCs, flow computers, HMIs, data concentrators, and related control system equipment. * Troubleshoot failures involving radios, cellular modems, serial links, Ethernet switches, fiber, microwave, and related network components. * Configure and validate communications protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and TCP/IP-based industrial communications as applicable to the environment. * Perform field commissioning, cutovers, loop checks, point-to-point verification, and startup support for new installations and system upgrades. * Monitor network and SCADA connectivity, investigate alarms and data loss, and restore reliable communications in a timely manner. * Maintain accurate documentation including network diagrams, panel drawings, device inventories, IP addressing, point lists, and change records. * Coordinate with Operations, Measurement, Automation, I&E, Engineering, and IT/OT cybersecurity personnel to support safe and reliable system performance. * Assist with firmware updates, backups, patching coordination, and lifecycle replacement activities for supported communications equipment. * Support remote sites by traveling to field locations for troubleshooting, maintenance, and emergency response as needed. * Follow company safety procedures, management of change requirements, permit processes, and applicable regulatory or company standards. * Contribute to network hardening, access control practices, and incident response support within the OT/SCADA environment. ## Related Videos - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)