IT/OT Infrastructure Engineer

INEOS • League City, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct secure support in the development and maintenance of the company’s IT and OT (DCS and SIS) infrastructure, including LAN, WAN and communication systems. The role has a high degree of impact on the ability for the business to operate safely and efficiently.

Unavailability of IT and OT assets can have direct, negative impact on business performance. The role has primary responsibility for supporting and improving network and computer components of all IT and OT systems and is necessary to ensure the production units can be operated in a safe and reliable way, that employees can remain productive and business processes that rely on technology continue to function. Problem solving done by the individual requires determining “how to solve” and interrogatively selecting/tuning solution combinations. The employee contributes to improvements in existing standards and procedures thus expanding work boundaries. This employee is capable of creating a scope of work to address defined problems. The individual is expected to breakdown complex issues into smaller quantifiable parts and implement established procedures and possibly develop new procedures to accomplish goals. The individual focuses primarily on completions of specific tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a computer-related field, or 10 years of specific experience.
• Certification in one or more networking or back-office technologies.
• Good knowledge of Active Directory services (DNS, DHCP, GPO)
• Network Administration and Network Infrastructure management skills
• Knowledge of SQL Management Studio is an advantage
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of highly complex technical aspects of role.
• Advanced technical skills in most of the following areas: Digital security technologies Design and implementation of LANs and WANs TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP Client / Server management (Windows 11, Server 2019 and higher) Active Directory and Group Policy management Backup and restore systems (Veeam or equivalent) Deployment of service packs, hotfixes, and system updates Disaster recovery planning and implementation Telecommunication systems Scripting and automation Virtual server environments (VMware, Hyper-V, AHV) Experience with a variety of vendor products such as Honeywell, Aspen, VMware, and Cisco Network administration, engineering, and troubleshooting expertise Firewall, switch, and router configuration and management Network monitoring tools and technologies Network, virtual, cyber, and physical security expertise
• Able to diagnose and resolve technical or process issues and evaluate business impact
• Able to propose alternative solutions when required
• Solid understanding of ITIL processes and ITSM procedures
• Maintain regular reporting to appropriate levels of management
• Take a leadership role in IT/OT infrastructure and project initiatives
• Able to perform work without supervision.
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Able to interact across different cultures and time zones
• Comfortable interacting with all levels in the local organization and with others across functional boundaries.
• Able to work on complex assignments requiring interaction with personnel at multiple levels and across functional boundaries.
• Actively seek input from others.
• Able to work with colleagues, users and persons in different disciplines.
• Able to solve complex problems using interpolative thought processes, and orderly approach to decision making, and recognizing similarities in past situations.
• Able to influence others to gain support and actively work to implement improvements in issue resolution processes.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications, such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safety, Health & Environmental: Commit to learning, following, and practicing INEOS 20 Principles of Process & Behavioral Safety as applicable to the position and following INEOS’ Life-Saving rules on a daily basis.
• Systems Support and System Risk Management: Provide support for the technical components of our internal computing environment for IT as well as OT systems. This includes networks, servers, communication systems, protocols, hardware, operating systems, firewalls, etc. Assist the global INEOS Oxide teams to develop strategic plans for technical environment.
• Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization: Demonstrate a desire to identify and address root causes. Influence the establishment of new procedures within their functions to optimize performance. Support developing and sharing of best practices within the local organization.
• IT and Process Control Support: Support critical requirements including: Network Security, Network Administration, Active Directory, System Patching, Back-Up Manage LAN and WAN, Servers, Cyber Security. Monitor system health and address any issues. Support VMWare. Assist life cycling computer systems. Project Management activities with a focus on technical projects. Maintenance of system architecture drawings, assets databases and network documentation. Liaison between site IT/OT and other site departments as well as business IT and OT teams.
• Communication: Manage communication systems. Cisco, Call Manager, Unity Server experience. Radio communication. Camera management. Provide mentoring/training/backup to Service Desk Technician. Supervise work being done by 3rd party technology vendors.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement INEOS Oxide is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. We strive to ensure equal opportunity for all employees and applicants and make hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
• E-Verify INEOS Oxide participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that allows employers to verify the employment eligibility of their employees in the U.S. All new hires at INEOS will be required to confirm their identity and employment authorization through E-Verify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level