Solution Architect, Technical/Infrastructure Projects

At E Source, we help utilities make sense of complexity in a rapidly changing landscape, and we’re looking for a Solution Architect to help shape how that impact shows up in the world.E Source is a research, data/analytics, and technology focused professional services firm focused exclusively on the utility industry in the US and Canada. We help utilities target and serve their customers more effectively, enhance and optimize their grid, and leverage operating best practices and technologies to manage their business more effectively. Headquartered in Texas, we have 450+ employees across the US and Canada. Learn more at www.esource.comAs a Solution Architect, you’ll play a key role in assessing, designing, and implementing the network and infrastructure systems behind technical and infrastructure projects, including cybersecurity and operational technology (OT) network work. You’ll work closely with a program manager, project managers, and technical teams to shape how networks, servers, databases, applications, and workstations come together, helping ensure our work is not only smart, but clear, relevant, and actionable. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of IT infrastructure, network architecture, and OT security, brings strong judgment to complex problems, and wants to contribute to work that shapes real-world decisions in the energy industry.In This Role, You WillAssess current network design, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless systems, segmentation, and monitoring tools, and recommend changesReview architecture documentation remotely, and provide onsite support to gather network topology information for systems that can’t be accessed remotelyIdentify critical gaps, legacy systems, and technical debt across business and technical environments, and recommend improvementsTranslate business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints, and document all solution architecture design and analysis workSupport the design and implementation of technical and infrastructure systems for cybersecurity and OT network projectsImplement network routes that allow monitoring tools to communicate between sitesSupport the deployment and integration of physical and virtual servers, databases, and workstations, from configuration through operational readinessCoordinate with network, server, database, security, application, and operations teams to make sure every part of the solution is properly integratedTroubleshoot connectivity, routing, access, and performance issues across new, existing, and legacy systems, including systems no longer supported by the original manufacturerDevelop and maintain architecture diagrams, network drawings, implementation plans, and operational and support documentationProvide onsite or remote support during testing, cutover, stabilization, and handoff to operations teamsYou’re Likely a Great Fit If YouHave a strong general understanding of both modern and legacy technology stacksCan troubleshoot across interconnected network, server, application, database, and security environmentsTurn business and technical requirements into infrastructure solutions that can be implementedCommunicate clearly, in writing and in conversation, with project managers, technical and cybersecurity teams, vendors, and business stakeholdersWork well as part of a project team led by a program or project managerAnd Even Better If YouHave experience working with or around utilities, energy, consulting, research, or adjacent fieldsUnderstand IT/OT network architecture, segmentation, security zones, and defense-in-depth principles, including the Purdue Model and IT/OT demilitarized zone (DMZ) architectureAre familiar with industrial control system (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) environments, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), remote terminal units (RTUs), historians, and engineering workstationsKnow industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC/OPC UA, and EtherNet/IPAre familiar with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 62443, or the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity FrameworkCan assess legacy or unsupported OT technologies and recommend appropriate compensating controlsHave hands-on experience with tools such as Cisco, Juniper, or Aruba networking; Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls; Wireshark, SolarWinds, or PRTG; Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel; Dragos, Claroty, or Nozomi; VMware or Hyper-V; Active Directory or Entra ID; and PowerShell, Python, or AnsibleExperience And Skills To Qualify Include7+ years of experience in solution architecture, infrastructure architecture, network engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical roleExperience assessing, designing, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise network and infrastructure environmentsStrong understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, virtual local area networks (VLANs), network segmentation, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, virtual private networks (VPNs), and network monitoringExperience across servers, databases, applications, workstations, virtualization, and network infrastructureExperience developing network and architecture diagrams, technical designs, implementation plans, and operational documentationExperience supporting both legacy and modern technology environments, including integration and compatibility needsAt E Source, you’ll work alongside people who are thoughtful, curious, and deeply knowledgeable about utility and energy systems. We value clarity over jargon, substance over flash, and collaboration over ego. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and help shape a company that plays a real role in how the energy future unfolds.What You Can ExpectExcellent insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life insurance; company-paid long- and short-term disability insurance; medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans, and paid parental leave.A flexible time off (FTO) policy that provides paid time away from work, approved by your manager, while ensuring business needs, workload commitments, and appropriate coverage are maintained.A 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match.The budgeted salary for this position is $100,000 to $125,000 USD + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.This role will be remote, with onsite support at project sites as needed (up to 25%).Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US or Canada. We’re unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas or Labour Market Impact Assessments (Cdn) at this time.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Employees of E Source are encouraged to apply. To foster a positive work environment and company culture, we support our employees in their career growth at E Source. If you are interested in similar job opportunities in the future, visit the E Source careers page for a listing of all open positions and contact Human Resources.We contact applicants directly via email using only our designated company email addresses with the domain of @esource.com. 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