Network Engineer (on-site)

Job Title: Network & Security Engineer (Full-Time, On-Site/Hybrid) Salary:$130,000-$150,000 per year (location‑dependent; commensurate with experience)Why take a Network & Security Engineer role with this company?Join amulti-site industrial organizationundergoing major systems modernizationTakefull ownershipof a Cisco-first network supporting office + refinery/plant operationsStep into ahigh-impact roletransitioning from a long-term contractor to internal leadershipLead critical initiatives across network modernization, zero trust, OT visibility, and AWS networkingWork directly with senior leadership, operations, and cross-functional engineering teamsEnjoy an on-site or hybrid schedule depending on geography, withautonomy and visibilityWhat will the Network & Security Engineer do?Lead engineering and administration forCisco routing, switching, wireless, and multi-site connectivityDrivedocumentation, standards, lifecycle management, and topologyownershipExecute key security initiatives:Cisco CyberVision, XDR, Duo, Secure Access (zero trust)Overseewireless upgrades, switch replacements, OT LAN visibility , and secure mobile connectivityDesign and supportAWS networkingfor cloud workloadsManage a structuredknowledge-transfer processfrom the current contractor in the first 90 daysPartner with plant managers, operations leaders, and technical teams to communicate clearly across the businessSupport ongoing infrastructure maturity and proactive network governanceWhat the company needs in a Network & Security Engineer:10+ yearsof hands-on Cisco networking experience across multi-site or industrial environmentsProven experience with the Cisco security ecosystem (CyberVision, XDR, Duo, zero trust)Strong background inAWS networkingOwnership mindset with strong documentation habits, initiative, and follow-throughExcellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical language for non-technical stakeholdersStable tenure, professional presence, and comfort working in an environment with shifting prioritiesWillingness to travel (~25% initially; then ~2–3 trips per year)Bonus Skills:Spanish language proficiency is a plusExperience supporting OT networks or industrial manufacturing environmentsBackground stabilizing environments after contractor-led support modelsAdditional Details: Work Schedule:Westport, CT:On-site (Mon–Fri, ~9:00–5:30Travel:~25% initially during onboarding and project rollout2–3 trips per year ongoingBenefits:Comprehensive benefits package provided (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, PTO, holidays, etc.)Details disclosed during the interview processInterview Process:Initial virtual screen, followed by panel interviewsFinalists will complete asite visit(travel covered)Fast turnaround and feedback cycle