Engineering Technician - Operational Technology

Overview

Amyx is seeking an Engineering Technician (Operational Technology) to support a federal customer at Fort Meade, Maryland.

The Engineering Technician will provide hands-on technical support for the identification, documentation, configuration, and installation of Operational Technology (OT) assets and network monitoring sensors within secure government facilities.

This is a junior-level technical position supporting an established engineering team responsible for improving visibility into industrial control systems (ICS) and facility-related OT networks. The successful candidate will assist with physical equipment surveys, asset inventory management, sensor installation, and technical documentation.

This position is well suited for an early-career IT technician, engineering technician, or individual with experience supporting network equipment, industrial systems, or technical field operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Network Engineers and senior technical personnel with the physical installation, connection, configuration, and testing of OT network monitoring sensors and associated equipment.
• Conduct on-site surveys of operational technology assets located in chiller plants, electrical substations, data centers, mechanical rooms, and other facility environments.
• Identify and document industrial control system components, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), network switches, controllers, and related devices.
• Collect and accurately record equipment information, including manufacturer, model number, serial number, IP address, firmware version, and physical location.
• Enter and maintain asset inventory information in spreadsheets, databases, and OT asset management platforms, including Tenable OT.
• Assist with basic software and firmware updates to monitoring sensors and related equipment under the direction of senior technical personnel.
• Verify equipment inventories by comparing physical assets against existing documentation, network records, and asset databases.
• Assist with network cabling, equipment connections, sensor placement, and installation readiness activities.
• Support the development and maintenance of technical documentation, equipment inventories, installation records, and engineering deliverables.
• Conduct basic technical research to identify equipment specifications, manufacturer information, and the functionality of legacy OT components.
• Identify and report discrepancies, missing information, equipment issues, and potential installation constraints to the technical team.
• Coordinate with engineering personnel and government representatives to support scheduled site surveys and installation activities.
• Follow established safety, cybersecurity, facility access, and configuration management procedures while working in operational environments.

Qualifications

Qualifications — Required

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph accepted by the customer.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware, networking equipment, or electronic systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other common computer applications used for technical documentation and data entry.
• Ability to accurately identify, record, and organize detailed technical information.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established technical procedures.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and assist with the physical installation of network or electronic equipment.
• Ability to conduct research using technical manuals, manufacturer documentation, and other available reference materials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within a technical team.
• Willingness to work in mechanical rooms, electrical equipment areas, data centers, and other operational facility environments.

Qualifications — Preferred

• Associate Degree or technical certificate in Information Technology, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Industrial Automation, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• One or more years of experience in IT support, network installation, electronics, industrial controls, or technical field services.
• Familiarity with Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), or building automation systems.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP networking, Ethernet connections, switches, and network cabling.
• Experience performing equipment inventories, site surveys, or technical asset documentation.
• Exposure to industrial networking equipment, PLCs, HMIs, or supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Familiarity with Tenable OT or other network monitoring and asset discovery tools.
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar entry-level technical certification.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Roth
• Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Please contact [email protected] with any questions!

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical DemandsEmployee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.