Established in 2004, Prime Controls is a family-owned Systems Integration and l&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients' industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1300+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the South-Central United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees' well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
OverviewPosition Summary
As an ETS Network Specialist, you will design, configure, and support industrial control system (ICS) networks across a variety of customer sites and industries. You will ensure secure, high-performance communications between control devices, servers, and remote systems, supporting both project execution and long-term infrastructure planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Layer 2/3 network architectures for control systems, including switch, router, cellular modems/routers, and firewall configurations
- Install, configure, and support industrial switches (e.g., Cisco, Stratix, Hirschmann), VPNs, and VLANs
- Implement network segmentation and security best practices per NIST 800-82 and/or ISA/IEC 62443 standards
- Troubleshoot connectivity issues in client networks
- Document network diagrams, IP schemes, and device inventories
- Coordinate with project engineers and field personnel to deploy and validate networks during FAT/SAT
- Maintain firewall rules and access control policies for control system integrity
- Participate in client meetings to discuss networking strategy, cybersecurity, and schedules
- Travel up to 50%
Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial networking or OT environments
- Working knowledge of routing, switching, and VLAN management
- Ability to terminate and troubleshoot ethernet cable as well as troubleshoot Fiber Optic
- Strong understanding of control system communication protocols and architecture
- Familiarity with industrial network security standards
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and supporting remote systems
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
Preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Networking, Engineering, or related field
- Industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Stratix certifications)
- Experience in automation, SCADA, or process control environments
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks applicable to industrial automation and controls networks
What We Offer
We value our employees and offer full-time team members a benefits package designed to support their health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Generous PTO
- ESOP Program
- Numerous company events
- 401(k) matching and more!
Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.
As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial networking or operational technology environments
- Working knowledge of routing, switching, and VLAN management
- Ability to terminate and troubleshoot Ethernet cable and troubleshoot fiber optic connections
- Strong understanding of control system communication protocols and architecture
- Familiarity with industrial network security standards
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and supporting remote systems
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Networking, Engineering, or a related field
- Industry certification such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or Stratix certification
- Experience in automation, SCADA, or process control environments
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks applicable to industrial automation and controls networks
What We Do
Prime Controls was established to provide customers a sole source solution for Industrial Automation services and products. As a dedicated System Integrator and I & C Construction firm, Prime Controls is professionally staffed to supply you with all required aspects of your Automation and Control needs. Utilizing our vast experience and relationships with multiple manufacturers, Prime Controls works closely with the Customer from project design to post project maintenance. As a certified Systems Integrator for both hardware and software product manufacturers, Prime Controls has access to all required resources including factory support services. Prime Controls is extremely customer focused and sincerely committed to meet or exceed your expectations.
