Lead Operations Technology O.T. Network Architect

AES Clean Energy Services, LLC is a global leader in renewable energy, ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years. With 8,300 employees across 12 countries, AES powers millions of lives while fostering a strong workplace culture recognized by Great Place to Work™ and as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 13 consecutive years. Join us in driving innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.

About the role

This hybrid role is based at 4300 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203, with part-time telecommuting authorized and approximately 10% travel for site visits and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of OT network infrastructure, ensuring reliability, redundancy, and compliance with AES Global Standards and NERC CIP requirements.
• Provide strategic technical leadership and mentorship to cross-functional network engineering teams, fostering collaboration for the implementation of new OT technologies.
• Develop, document, and implement standardized network designs, operating procedures, and configuration baselines for OT network environments.
• Guide, train, and oversee network engineering teams during the implementation of new OT networking technologies.
• Perform operational maintenance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of OT network hardware and security devices, including Cisco firewalls, switches, routers, and related platforms.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between internal stakeholders, corporate IT, and third-party vendors to resolve complex architectural issues and align projects with business goals.
• Conduct routine audits, assessments, and testing of OT network systems to verify compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and change-management processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional technology teams to resolve complex network issues, validate updates, and support disaster-recovery planning.
• Prepare and maintain network documentation, architecture diagrams, compliance reports, and project deliverables in support of OT asset management and regulatory obligations.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco network switches, routers, and firewalls in enterprise or industrial environments.
• 5 years of experience creating network architecture documents, diagrams, standard operating procedures, or design templates.
• 5 years of experience working with vendors, application teams, or cross-functional IT/OT groups to resolve complex network issues or validate technical changes.
• 5 years of experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) or industrial network environments such as SCADA, substations, or plant control networks.
• 3 years of experience with Cisco Firepower (FTD/FMC) or comparable enterprise firewall platforms, including IPS/IDS, VPN, and secure policy configuration.
• 3 years of experience with secure networking principles, TCP/IP communication, segmentation, and vulnerability or patch assessment of network systems.
• 3 years of experience designing and maintaining LAN/WAN infrastructures, including redundancy, high availability, and network performance analysis.
• 3 years of experience conducting network configuration audits, change-control documentation, or working within regulated or compliance-driven environments (e.g., NERC CIP, ISO).

Pay

The expected salary for this position is between $181,501 to $185,750 per year, with base pay varying based on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes an annual bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave)