Job Title: Senior Network Systems Engineer- Train Control & SCADA Operations
Job Type: 12 Months contract (Possible extension for longer duration)
Location: Philadelphia PA (Onsite)
Job Description
Our Client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Systems Engineer to support and maintain mission-critical Train Control and SCADA systems for a major transportation client in Philadelphia PA. This role involves administering and upgrading network infrastructure RedHat and Windows-based systems and ensuring 24/7 availability and cybersecurity of real-time train control operations. The ideal candidate has deep experience with SCADA environments network architecture and infrastructure security and thrives in a high-stakes collaborative setting with both technical teams and operational leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead technical efforts to maintain and enhance Train Control and SCADA system infrastructure.
- Ensure 24/7 availability of four critical Train Control System facilities and their supporting network infrastructure.
- Administer and configure RedHat and Windows-based systems for high availability and security.
- Manage maintain and troubleshoot routers switches and firewalls in support of a fault-tolerant communications network.
- Plan and execute software and hardware upgrades for servers workstations and network equipment.
- Develop implement and monitor network security policies and practices.
- Interface with internal and external technical specialists to resolve system issues and plan enhancements.
- Create and maintain system documentation network diagrams and troubleshooting procedures.
- Support emergency technical response and rotating on-call responsibilities.
- Assist with developing procedures and documentation to improve operational readiness and response.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of experience supporting SCADA or real-time control systems
- Minimum 7 years of experience with RedHat and Windows systems administration
- Experience configuring and maintaining routers switches and firewalls
- Strong understanding of network security practices and protocols
- Proven experience in full lifecycle management of hardware/software projects
- Expertise in RedHat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server platforms
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network Security or equivalent
- Cisco certifications such as CCNA or CCNP (preferred)
- Experience with high-availability fault-tolerant network design
- Strong technical documentation and troubleshooting skills
- Experience working in 24/7 operational environments with on-call responsibilities
- Familiarity with railroad operations signaling or transportation systems (preferred)
- Masters degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred)