Role: Solution Architect
Location: Warwick 2 days per week in the office
Clearance: SC
Rate: £700 - £750 pd inside IR35
Duration: 6 months
We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with experience in designing, deploying, and managing complex OT (Operational Technology) environments. This role will involve working on multiple projects, leveraging automation and cloud-based technologies to enhance security, resilience, and operational efficiency across a distributed infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- OT Remote Backups:
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Build and deploy multiple hosts nationwide using Red Hat.
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Utilise automation tools such as Kickstart and Ansible, with Satellite for updates.
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Implement file synchronisation solutions to orchestrate recovery files across multiple locations, enabling centralised processing.
- OT Data Insights Platform:
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Collect and forward data from substations using protocols like MQTT and OPC.
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Surface insights from the collected data to enhance operational visibility.
- OT Privileged Access Workstation (PAW) Refresh:
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Deploy a centrally managed Privilege Access Workstation (PAW) using Microsoft tools, such as Azure and Intune.
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Manage virtual machines hosting applications to oversee asset operations.
- Protection & Control (P&C) Hardened Compute Platform:
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Build and deploy hosts using Red Hat and KVM.
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Leverage Kickstart and Ansible for automation and Satellite for patch management.
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Deploy virtual machines to host critical applications for operational activities.
- OT Services Network Enhancements:
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Design and implement a Network Management Centre.
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Develop an asset management solution.
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Evaluate and recommend network improvements to bolster security and resilience.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency with Red Hat, Kickstart, Ansible, and Satellite.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure, Intune, and managing virtual machines.
- Familiarity with OT protocols such as MQTT and OPC.
- Strong background in network security, asset management, and resilience planning.