OT Network Engineer – Industrial Automation

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced OT Network Engineer – Industrial Automation & Cybersecurity to join a leading industrial operations team.

This role is ideal for a technology professional with strong expertise in Operational Technology (OT) networks, industrial cybersecurity, firewalls, and critical infrastructure environments. You will play a key role in supporting, maintaining, and enhancing OT communication systems while ensuring high levels of reliability, performance, and cybersecurity across operational environments.

If you're passionate about industrial technology, network infrastructure, automation, and cybersecurity, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Pay Rate: $60 - $92/hr (depends on level of experience)
• Location: Fort McMurray, AB (Must be a residence of FMM or willing to relocate)
• Shift: Monday to Friday | 8 hours day
• Job type: 6 months contract with high possibility of extension

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, maintain, and support OT communication networks and infrastructure
• Support new system installations, expansions, and upgrades while ensuring minimal disruption to operations
• Monitor and maintain network performance using system management and monitoring tools
• Configure and support industrial networking equipment, including firewalls and related security technologies
• Troubleshoot network, communication, and system issues and implement effective solutions
• Participate in after-hours on-call support as required
• Perform preventative maintenance activities to maximize system reliability and uptime
• Commission and deploy new OT systems and network equipment
• Support cybersecurity initiatives and ensure compliance with OT security standards and best practices
• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and network diagrams
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT teams to support critical infrastructure

Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network administration and firewall management
• Extensive experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) networks
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking and communication systems
• Experience configuring and maintaining firewalls in industrial environments
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices within OT environments
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and implementing network infrastructure
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong expertise in OT networking and industrial infrastructure
• Safety-focused professional with a commitment to operational excellence
• Excellent troubleshooting and technical support abilities
• Effective communicator who can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proactive mindset with a focus on reliability, security, and continuous improvement
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.

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