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We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
As a Networks & Security SeniorTest Engineer at Rockwell Automation, you will contribute to projects involving the testing of network devices. Your responsibilities will include test planning, create test cases, and execute tests using specialized analysis methods, construction techniques, and security tools tailored to industrial automation challenges.
In this role, you'll collaborate on a comprehensive verification and validation program designed to strengthen product reliability with focus on security. Your efforts will ensure that products are robust, free of defects, meet performance standards, and align with total quality management principles.
We are looking for individuals who take ownership of their professional growth, pursue opportunities to expand their skills, and build technical expertise.
You will report to the Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Katowice, Poland.
Your Responsibilities:
- You will contribute to team planning and status meetings to clarify priorities, assignments, and expected deliverables
- Accomplish routine functional testing with off-the-shelf and proprietary security tools, using white-box/grey-box/black-box techniques, to discover new security vulnerabilities.
- Analyze complex problems, records encountered issues, and documents findings for future resolutions
- 3+ years of experience with review of Achillies test reports, Pen test reports and Defensics reports in depth and to identify issues with the reports.
- Experience building the Achillies and Defensics tests in networking environments
- 3+ years of experience working with PSIRT teams, with different company PSIRT teams, review of Security vulnerabilities.
- Experience creating the scenarios, verifying the fixed vulnerabilities in Stratix IOS and IOS-XE products or equivalent Cisco IE switches.
- Contribute to the development of automation strategies and frameworks and enhance expertise in functional test development processes
- Assess challenges and explore solutions by consulting subject matter experts, ensuring decisions are evidence-based throughout product development
- Apply testing tools and techniques to achieve comprehensive functional coverage
- Record and summarize testing results
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with a focus on Computer Science
- At least 5 years of experience in software testing or development
- Experience with computer networks and communication protocols
- Experience designing, implementing and troubleshooting network implementations
- Expert-level technical background in High-complexity Networking solutions and implementation strategies and understanding of IT and OT convergence
- Background in Test, specifically in testing of ethernet networks and test environment design for ethernet networks.
- Experience with network technologies including (STP, VLANs, DTP, VTP, IGMP, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, Flex links, ACLs, DLR, PRP, HSR, MRP…)
- Experience with Security related concepts, protocols fuzzing tools and PSIRT process
- Experience with Cisco IE/Stratix networking switches and routers.
- Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks
- Knowledge of industrial control systems
- English: B2/C1
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Experience with Network management software and network diagnostics and utilities.
- Proficiency in programming methods and scripting languages, with skills in Python
- Experience in Software or Product Development a huge plus
- Experience with Rockwell Automation control products
What We Offer:
- Medical Plan - Includes coverage for partners and children. Paid by Rockwell, subject to tax and social security contributions payable by you.
- Medicover Sport Program - Includes a sports card with weekly entries to sports, recreation and wellbeing facilities within the Medicover network.
- Pension Scheme - Participation in Employee Capital Plans (PPK), a voluntary long-term retirement savings program provided in accordance with statutory requirements.
- Life insurance - Group life insurance, including disability coverage. Paid by Rockwell, subject to tax and social security contributions payable by you.
- MyBenefit Platform - Access to a flexible benefits platform, with monthly points allocated by the employer.
- Lunch Card – Monthly meal vouchers through the Edenred card.
- OnTrack - A wellbeing platform that encourages movement and healthy habits.
- Employee Assistance Program - Access to personal coaching and resources to support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing goals.
- Calm Premium - Tools for relaxation, meditation, focus and sleep.
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with a Computer Science focus
- At least 5 years of experience in software testing or software development
- Experience with computer networks and communication protocols
- Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network implementations
- Expert-level background in complex networking solutions and implementation strategies
- Understanding of IT and OT convergence
- Experience testing Ethernet networks and designing Ethernet test environments
- Experience with STP, VLANs, DTP, VTP, IGMP, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, Flex Links, ACLs, DLR, PRP, HSR, and MRP
- Experience with security concepts, protocol fuzzing tools, and PSIRT processes
- Experience with Cisco IE or Rockwell Stratix networking switches and routers
- Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks
- Knowledge of industrial control systems
- English proficiency at B2/C1 level
- At least 3 years reviewing Achilles, penetration-testing, and Defensics reports in depth
- Experience building Achilles and Defensics tests in networking environments
- At least 3 years working with PSIRT teams and reviewing security vulnerabilities
- Experience creating scenarios and verifying fixed vulnerabilities in Stratix IOS, IOS-XE, or equivalent Cisco IE switches
- Experience with network management software, network diagnostics, and utilities
- Proficiency in programming methods and scripting languages, including Python
- Experience in software or product development
- Experience with Rockwell Automation control products
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, disability and life insurance, and wellness resources. Multiple plan choices and supportive programs contribute to the package feeling well‑rounded.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching that is positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation. These offerings reinforce longer‑term financial security as a core strength.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave was expanded and a paid caregiver leave was added, indicating clear support for family needs. These policies are complemented by flexibility signals and dedicated paid volunteer time.
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