Location: Fort Smith, AR, US

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Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!  

  

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Kentucky is $81,040.00 to $101,300.00. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position. 

This role will be responsible for ensuring that the Operational Technology (OT) architecture within North American Distillers supports the Operational and Security demands. The Operational Technology Engineer will develop and secure a reliable OT environment for manufacturing based on best praxis in the group. Contribute to develop the environment and contribute to the global community dedicated to this topic. Committed to achieving excellence in quality, health and safety, the environment and product safety.

Key Responsibilities :

To be compliant and engaged in Pernod Ricard’s safety program and supporting site safety programsEnsure that, together with the global Expert team, global IT Operations and the global Cybersecurity team the cybersecurity of the ICS environment shall be maintained and developed.Manage OT network support: Maintain and coordinate, together with the global teamsOT network design, -asset monitoring, -securityOT firewall rulesremote accesswireless communications for IT and OTMoves, Adds, Changes on switch configurationsReport network security statushardware: failures on servers, switches and firewalls, IOS + firmware updatesManage Patching: Maintain and coordinate, together with the global teamsPerform security watchAssess patching needs when an advisory is postedReport patching statusFully Accountable, global teams available for support:Watch for OT application and control devices security patch releasePatch Process: Perform patching testing in specific OT setupPatch Process: deploy patches to workstations, to servers, to OT firewall and OT switches and to IT firewallManage OT related equipment, including: Maintain and coordinate, together with the global teams:Manage, monitor and maintain the Virtual Machines stackDesign Virtual Machine templatesDefine backup strategy and scheduleTools + Configuration backup systemManage and maintain end point protection systemCompliance OT local site equipment to policy and proceduresSecurity Governance & OrganizationFully Accountable, global teams available for support:Provision of Virtual MachinesPerform back up restoresOT applications and their availabilityLocal workstations on OT network as well as Thin client3rd parties dedicated application/network solutions within existing OT environmentPLC, other industrial controllers, Human Machine InterfacesIndustrial Internet of ThingsEnsure up to date documentation related to OT networkEnsure security in ProjectsManage Active Directory (AD), including: Maintain and coordinate, together with the global teams:Domain controller maintenanceGroup Policy managementAD Organisational Unit structure managementAD Object managementDNS administrationManage Incident management, including: Maintain and coordinate, together with the global teams:Cyber Security incident managementCyber Incident and crisis management processCyber Crisis declaration and communication with site, IT and businessDevelop recovery proceduresReport on past cyber incidentsFully Accountable, global teams available for support:Manage non cyber security related incidentsnon-Cyber Crisis declaration and communication with site, IT and businessTest backups and recovery procedures (all OT equipment)Manage, analyze and correlate logs at the site levelSupport continuous improvement and operational excellence as requested/neededStay closely aligned to Global Expert team, provide feedback and ideas for improvement.Contribute to sites development of Industrial Automation platform and OT related initiatives (e.g. Industry 4.0, Internet of Things, MES systems)Participate or individually drive Industrial automation/instrumentation projects or provide topic specific input to projects with Industrial Automation aspects in it.Ensure sites Industrial Automation platform is and stays agile, fit for purpose to serve the affiliates ambitionsPLC/HMI development and troubleshooting understands industrial communications, -safety, -manufacturing and -project management.Drive the industry 4.0/IIOT/MES solutions forward. Specify, design, purchase and supervise the installation and commissioning of instrumentation and industrial automation projects as it relates to the OT network and systems.

Required Skills:

Experience with platforms such as CISCO, Microsoft Server, VMWare, Rockwell as well as one or several Industrial automation platforms (Siemens, Allen Bradley or similar)Experience with Rockwell Software Solution – Factory Talk Directory, View Site and Machine Edition, Asset Center, etcDatabase administration for Microsoft SQL (Backup/Restore, user/secuirty management, database creation etc).  Basic knowledge of Oracle Databases and connectivity.  Knowledge of Microsoft Reporting Services an asset.Basic administration of Linux based OS. 5+ years of experience developing and maintaining industrial automation systemsProven experience with cybersecurity strategy itemsDeep knowledge of IT basics as per platforms above. Works well independently to drive solutions, identify needs and projects, create work and testing plans perform troubleshooting of issues, etc.Works well in larger groups to co-ordinate the needs of the business and is creative in finding solutions in a 24x7x365 operation that minimizes downtime yet provides a robust and secure enviroment.Good written and verbal communication skills with non-technical people to clearly inform them of changes, impacts and new ways of working.

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life.   

 

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid or remote option. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for their and their team’s schedules.   

   

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.  

  

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms. 

 

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.  To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact your talent acquisition manager. 

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Target Hire Date:

2025-04-01

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