About this opportunity
Electric Hydrogen lists this Senior Network Systems Engineer opportunity in harvard, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels.
We're looking for a Network Systems Engineer to join our team. You will have expertise in Operational Technology (OT) networks and SCADA systems ensuring the design, security, and reliability of our industrial control environments. You will ensure that our OT infrastructure and SCADA platforms are resilient, secure, and integrated with enterprise systems.
You will work onsite at our Devens, MA office, reporting into the Director of Information Technology.
Primary Responsibilities
OT Network and SCADA Systems
Design, implement, and support secure available OT network architectures that underpin SCADA and industrial control systems
Install, configure, and troubleshoot SCADA components, including HMIs, data historians, and RTUs
Ensure communication across industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and industrial Ethernet technologies such as Ethernet/IP and PROFINET
Partner with engineering, operations, and vendors to integrate and improve SCADA systems within the broader network infrastructure
Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls tailored to OT environments, including segmentation, monitoring, and access management
Be a subject matter expert on OT and SCADA systems, standards adoption, and continuous improvement
Network Design and Implementation
Design and deploy resilient and secure network architectures, including segmentation strategies, VLANs, firewall policies, and access controls
Collaborate with IT and OT partners to define requirements and ensure understanding of industry standards and regulatory frameworks
Configure and maintain network infrastructure, including industrial and enterprise-grade switches, routers, and firewalls
Data Center and Cloud Infrastructure
Support data center environments, including VMware, Windows, and Linux systems
Contribute to cloud infrastructure management across Azure and AWS
Help design and implement identity and access management solutions across IT and OT systems
Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities
Documentation and Knowledge Sharing
Develop detailed documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides
Provide training and guidance to IT and engineering teams on OT networking, SCADA systems, and secure data practices
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in network engineering, with exposure to OT environments
Experience designing and implementing OT and enterprise network infrastructure
Hands‑on experience with Fortinet and Cisco networking and security platforms, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, and Cisco switches/routers
Design and operate segmented OT networks using Fortinet and Cisco solutions, including VPNs, secure remote access, and zero‑trust architectures
Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles, including segmentation, intrusion detection, and secure remote access
Experience with industrial networking equipment and technologies
Knowledge of OT security standards and frameworks such as NIST SP 800‑82 and IEC 62443
Experience supporting and troubleshooting SCADA systems in production environments
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in OT protocols and SCADA architectures, with the ability to design and improve complex industrial communication systems
Experience architecting zero‑trust or segmented networks across IT and OT domains
Familiarity with power grid or energy sector control systems
Experience with DevOps, DevSecOps, or automation in infrastructure environments
Database and data management experience, concerning industrial data systems
Relevant certifications such as GICSP or CISSP, or vendor certifications such as CCNP/CCIE or Fortinet NSE
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $135,000 – $160,000 USD.
Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:
an equity grant
time off programs
a $75/month cell phone allowance
a 4% employer 401(k) match
access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability plans
a discretionary bonus
Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
About Electric Hydrogen
Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world's experts in scaling technologies for the post‑carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world's top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost‑effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low‑cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply!
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Worksite address
harvard, MA, 01451, US
Who can apply
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