OT Network & Security Engineer

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence, and Transparency. 

As the OT Network & Security Engineer you will design and secure the operational technology backbone for a massive 1 million square foot manufacturing facility expansion. You will produce the OT network design basis for the new facility, author the IEC 62443 zone-and-conduit architecture and write security requirements into every OEM equipment contract or develop them in parallel. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role requiring genuine depth in both industrial networking and OT security. 

The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy. The role also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Employees must be able to complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.