Configuration Analyst

Summary The New York Power Authority is seeking a Configuration Analyst to support the implementation, maintenance, and day‑to‑day operation of the core enterprise platforms that keep our Risk & Resilience function running. This is an entry‑level to early‑career opportunity for a motivated recent graduate or a professional with up to two years of experience in IT, software development, or systems administration. You will report to the Director, Risk & Resilience Technology, and work alongside senior configurators to support platforms including Microsoft 365, RSA Archer, Workiva, and Python‑ and Node.js‑based automation and services. Your responsibilities will span system monitoring, incident management, scripting, and stakeholder communication, as well as identifying opportunities for automation and operational efficiency. You will develop and maintain Python and Node.js scripts to streamline routine operations, participate in the full software development lifecycle, maintain accurate documentation of configurations, procedures, runbooks, and lessons learned, and contribute to code reviews and version control practices in line with team standards. This hands‑on role offers clear mentorship and meaningful room to grow, with exposure to the enterprise systems that directly support the resilience of New York’s power infrastructure. Desktop and network infrastructure support falls outside the scope of this position. Responsibilities Assist with implementations, support, and improvement of hardware and software solutions. Assist in support and maintenance of core platforms including M365, RSA Archer, Workiva Python‑based automation, and Node.js services. Assist in operational management of key infrastructure platforms and services like M365, RSA Archer, Workiva. Communicate and coordinate with other teams, management, and project manager on implementation and integration for projects and services across the enterprise. Assist in incident lifecycle management using ITIL methodologies. Support existing environments including patching and vulnerability management, and platform upgrades. Assist in the testing and operations of SaaS based upgrades. Assist in resolution of production issues while adhering to IT change and incident management, and verification practices (ITSM). Assist and support continuous improvement of IT operations through tasks automation and scripting. Support Business Continuity Processes and Disaster Recovery exercises. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to handle all but the most complex IT tasks for medium and small enterprise systems and/or discrete parts of large enterprise systems. Knowledge of systems and software debugging. Excellent written and oral communication essential to document incidents, report to senior management, and capture customer needs. Ability to investigate what is not intuitive and develop solutions to non‑routine problems. Competent to work at the highest technical level on all phases of system implementations and support. Must be aware of changes and advancements in the industry and develop industry‑wide expertise. Proficient in the use of the M365 platform and services, virtualization technologies, storage and compute, cloud platforms, and infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS, etc. Experience with scripting languages and automation tools. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor's Degree required. IT related field preferred. 2 years of related experience preferred. Experience in the use of platforms including M365, RSA Archer, Workiva Python‑based automation, Node.js services and multiple application development tool sets as well as experience in formal system development lifecycle methodology. Experience using standard application development design, report and project management tools. Compensation The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market‑informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $87,000-$119,900. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. EEO Statement The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy‑related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr