OT Network Specialist - Manufacturing IT

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Job Description

When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of an inquisitive team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

Position Overview

Join our outstanding COE in Hyderabad, India, where you'll work with industry experts in a regulated environment. This role is perfect for those passionate about merging OT and IT to drive digital transformation. Be a part of a company that values collaboration, inclusion, and proven success!

Key Responsibilities

OT Network Support & Administration

• Design, implement, and maintain OT network infrastructure supporting manufacturing and laboratory environments.
• Handle network devices (switches, routers, firewalls) specific to OT environments.
• Monitor network performance, solve connectivity issues, and optimize for uptime and reliability.

OT Security Implementation

• Collaborate with corporate IT security teams to apply basic OT security principles (network segmentation, access controls, monitoring) to safeguard manufacturing systems.
• Support vulnerability assessments and participate in incident response for OT network incidents.

Collaboration & Integration

• Act as the bridge between OT and corporate IT network teams, ensuring flawless integration and support.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving network upgrades, migrations, and new system deployments.
• Provide technical mentorship on network requirements for new manufacturing and laboratory systems.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate documentation for network configurations, changes, and compliance evidence.
• Support audits and ensure that all OT network activities adhere to GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and corporate IT standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network administration, with a focus on OT or industrial environments.
• Solid understanding of OT network architectures (ISA-95/ISA-99, Purdue Model) and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC, etc.).
• Experience with network devices (Fortigate, Cisco, Arista, etc.) and security appliances.
• Understanding of GxP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Key Proficiencies

• OT network design and support
• Application of OT security concepts
• Collaboration with IT and OT teams
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness

Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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