JEA ยท 1 hour ago
System Administrator (For Industrial Control Systems / (ICS) Operational Technology (OT))
225 N Pearl Street225 N Pearl Street
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJEA is seeking a System Administrator for Industrial Control Systems and Operational Technology. The role involves installing, configuring, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting servers and other computer systems to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
CommunitiesConsumer ElectronicsEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Establish and remove user accounts and creates network environments
Monitor and manage system resources, including server performance, CPU usage, disk usage, tape backup systems, and response times to maintain operating efficiency
Analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot/resolve system hardware, software, networking/production issues
Conduct server builds, apply patches, release upgrades and modifications to server operating system hardware and software
Perform system backups and recovery procedures
Maintain system documentation and logs
Demonstrate pertinent experience in applicable control system(s)
Create, maintain, and update programming for various DCS/PLC industrial control systems
Install, configure, and maintain control system HMI software along with associated SQL databases
Maintain, replace, or install new DCS/PLC industrial control equipment
Create and maintain a current inventory of all control system computers and associated equipment
Coordinate and work with site staff to provide DCS/PLC industrial control system interface support
Assist in engineering to install new or to modify network devices, also help assess feasibility and compatibility with the existing and emerging technologies
Review vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and appropriate use of resources
Assist in planning for re-engineering of existing systems, replacing inadequate systems, system expansion
Assist in conducting ongoing assessments of short-term and long-term hardware and software needs
Serve as a site subject matter lead and train others in installing, operating, and troubleshooting DCS/PLC and/or SCADA systems
Testing hardware and software related to enhancing, upgrading, or new installations
Conducts server builds, creates and applies application patches, release upgrades and other deployment methods and modifications to server operating system hardware and software
Configures, optimizes, fine-tunes, monitors/maintains network systems, server operating systems and system applications
Performs system administration tasks, including adding and removing users, user groups and accounts; manages authentication, authorization, and access control
Assists in planning for re-engineering of existing systems, system upgrades, and expansions
Performs system backups and recovery procedures; assists in disaster recovery testing
Analyzes, diagnoses, troubleshoots and resolves system hardware, software, network and production issues
Monitors and manages hardware and software system resources, including server performance, system and capacity trending analysis, CPU usage, disk usage, backup systems, and response times to maintain operating efficiency; coordinates equipment repair and deployment
Writes or modifies basic scripts and performs light programming to resolve performance problems and automate systems administration tasks
Resolves escalated problems and identifies and recommends responses to new or unusual situations
Maintains system documentation and logs
Documents procedures, including drawings and standardized images to illustrate applications server hardware, software and network configuration and automated deployments
Compiles research data and assists in testing and evaluating vendor hardware, software and other system components
Assists in conducting ongoing assessments of short-term and long-term hardware and software needs
May assist in site preparation and/or equipment removal and data mitigation tasks for new hardware and software installations and user upgrades or moves
Plans and develops procedures for operating under both normal and emergency conditions
Assists in disaster recovery testing as System Administrator subject matter expert
Participates in ongoing training to continuously upgrade technical knowledge and skills
Follows and completes work in conformance with JEA Policies and Procedures to meet compliance requirements
May reviews vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and appropriate use of resources
Performs other job-related work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or related discipline and two (2) years of professional experience a system administration role in a large corporate or industrial environment for the discipline and/or specialty area(s) being recruited
Six (6) year combination of education, training and experience in installing, supporting, and maintaining servers network systems in a large corporate or industrial environment for the discipline and/or specialty area(s) being recruited
Two (2) years of experience must be in a Windows environment
Required to help maintain 24 X 7 systems availability
A valid driver's license may be required depending upon assignment and if required, must be maintained during employment in this classification
Depending on assignment, the certifications and licensing below must be obtained within six (6) months of employment. Failure to obtain required certifications may be cause for termination. Certifications and licensing must be maintained during employment in this job class
Preferred
Two (2) years of experience in large centralized industrial control and data collection systems environment preferred
Company
JEA
JEA is a community-based electric, water and sewer utility in Jacksonville, Florida, dedicated to safety, reliability and customer satisfaction.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jay Stowe
Managing Director and CEO
Brad K.
Chief Information Officer
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