CONSULTANT, NETWORK & SECURITY

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Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers – amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility – our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Our Networks and Security Services Consultant role encompasses the lead technical advisor responsibilities for interfacing with our valued clients on large-scale, multi-site global projects to develop and deploy robust network solutions. The role will interact directly with key internal and external contacts on the deployment and rollout of network/virtual infrastructure and security-related efforts. These projects will be specific to enabling a Connected Enterprise by connecting the Industrial Internet of Things at our key global customer facilities.

Your Responsibilities:

  • ‘Hands-on’ experience in assessing, designing, and deploying network infrastructure in environments including process automation, discrete controls, and automated manufacturing processes/equipment.

  • Experience in designing and deploying network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls, etc.) within an Industrial Network

  • Understanding of various industry standards including ISA, ANSI, NEMA, NERC, IDC, NEC, and NIST standards.  Specific focus on NIST 800-82, NERC-CIP, and IEC-62443 Standards would be an added benefit

  • Experience in PLC, Networking, and SCADA design/programming including data extraction and data analysis.

  • Solid technical skills with multiple Ethernet protocols including EtherNet/IP, specifically around the assessment, design, and implementation of complex systems.

  • Strong communication skills and commercial skills, ability to handle multiple projects/interactions, and ability to work with multiple global teams, clients, and vendors including those in international regions.

  • Familiarity with a variety of networking and/or security concepts, practices, and procedures, including manufacturing and enterprise network convergence, network protocols, communication optimization, application effects on system performance, and human exploitation techniques on the manufacturing network.

  • Experience in developing and deploying solutions in a virtual environment.

  • Design, implement, and support key global customers’ converged business and manufacturing/industrial networks and user needs in parallel with their overall business strategies.

  • Write detailed documentation that could include customer requirements, system specifications, observed issues with remediation recommendations or implementation plans to develop or modify manufacturing infrastructure.

  • Design, recommend, and implement network infrastructure and associated configuration changes.

  • Design customer-secure manufacturing architectures and provide vision, problem anticipation, and problem-solving ability to customers.

The Essentials – You Will Have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology or related technology-driven degree. If no degree, 8+ years of experience in Manufacturing Control Systems, Network Engineering, and Industrial Security Controls.

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience configuring IT/OT network infrastructure equipment (Cisco Switches, Virtual Server Environments, Cisco ASA, Anti-Virus Software)

  • In-depth understanding of Ethernet/IP and CIP protocol

  • Previous experience working as part of a large, multi-disciplinary global team completing full project life-cycle implementations.

  • Travel Requirements: Flexibility for travel 30% – 50% is required and can include both domestic and international trips.

  • Legal authorization to work in the country of residence is required.

  • A valid drivers license.

What We Offer:

  • Annual bonus

  • Career growth opportunities

  • Volunteering and donation programs

  • Inclusive workplace

  • Unique Projects

  • Friendly working environment and nice offices

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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About Us

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises,

visit www.rockwellautomation.com

   June 24, 2024

   R24-4175

   PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Randburg, Gauteng, ZA

Location Type: Hybrid