SENIOR LEVEL NETWORK ARCHITECT (5814-1)

Title: SENIOR LEVEL NETWORK ARCHITECT (5814-1)

Location: New York NY

THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE THE CONSULTANT TO WORK 3 DAYS ONSITE & 2 DAYS REMOTE

***THIS IS A SENIOR LEVEL NETWORK ARCHITECT ROLE***

Job Description

Advanced Network Architect is responsible for leading the design strategy and support of network infrastructure with a primary emphasis on Operational Technology (OT) systemsincluding core distribution and edge devices modelling for all systems including CCTV PA systems CBTC Bus Radio power cyber security other train and bus operations system and applications. This role is OT focused architect ensuring robust secure and compliant operational systems.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and modeling for long-term planning of OT network components for 24x7 operational reliability and regulatory compliance. Provide specialized technical guidance to operations teams on OT projects. Identify and provide solutions for OT-specific systems that include all concepts cybersecurity and operational continuity to ensure compliance with safety and industry standards. Collaborate with IT to integrate OT and IT systems maintaining strict segmentation and security protocols. Develop and maintain network standards and modeling reference documentation. Provide responsible solution that have return on investment that help the organization save money and produce increasing results through innovative ideas utilizing networking equipment software and technology making strategic decisions to maximize value. Lead and coordinate OT network solutions presenting strategies to management. This role is designed to drive innovation in both OT and IT capture and analyze maintenance information support upgrade old legacy systems to provide highly extensible and resilient solution.

Advanced Network Architect (OT Lead)

1) OT Network Design & Modeling

Lead the design modeling and long-term planning of OT network components (core distribution edge devices) for systems including:

CCTV PA CBTC Bus Radio power cybersecurity and other train/bus operations.

Ensure 24x7 operational reliability and regulatory compliance.

2) Technical Guidance & Solutions

Provide specialized technical guidance to operations teams on OT projects.

Identify and deliver solutions for OT-specific systems addressing cybersecurity and operational continuity.

3) Integration & Security

Collaborate with IT to integrate OT and IT systems maintaining strict segmentation and security protocols.

4) Standards & Documentation

Develop and maintain network standards and modeling reference documentation.

5) Innovation & Value Optimization

Provide solutions with strong return on investment leveraging innovative ideas and strategic decisions to maximize value.

Lead and coordinate OT network solutions presenting strategies to management.

6) Legacy System Modernization

Drive innovation in both OT and IT capturing and analyzing maintenance information.

Support upgrades of old legacy systems to deliver highly extensible and resilient solutions.

7) Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with Networking Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Procurement

Translate complex modernization concepts into clear actionable guidance.

Participate in strategic planning network strategy sessions and solution design workshops.

Additional Skills and Information:
Extensive Experience in Network OT Network Design & Administration

-Advanced experience designing modeling and optimizing core distribution and edge devices for OT environments

-Long-term planning for highly available resilient and scalable OT network architectures supporting 24x7 operations.

Network Virtualization & Wireless Technologies

-Strong understanding of network virtualization wireless networking and segmentation

-Integration of wireless and wired OT networks for seamless operational coverage.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

Advanced skills in applying cybersecurity principles to OT environments

Enterprise Architecture Modeling

-Hands-on experience with enterprise architecture modeling tools (e.g. Abacus) for scenario planning impact analysis and communicating complex architectures

-Development and maintenance of OT network standards patterns and reference architecture