Operational Technology System Administrator

Objective:

We are seeking a technically capable Operational Technology Systems Administrator to administer configure and maintain our Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) platform with the opportunity to grow into supporting related operational technology (OT) systems over time. This is primarily an application administration and operational support role. The ideal candidate has experience supporting utility operational systems such as SCADA EMS ADMS/DMS or similar platforms and is comfortable managing users configurations integrations and overall system health. Direct DERMS experience is a plus but not required. We will provide structured hands-on training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• System Administration: Administer and maintain the DERMS application including user accounts permissions Distributed Energy Resource (DER) asset configurations telemetry points alarms dashboards and system settings.
• Systems Support: Provide operational support of DERMS applications to ensure system uptime optimal performance and security; perform upgrades and patching.
• System Integration: Support the integration of DERMS with SCADA ADMS and other utility systems; monitor communications and data flows and troubleshoot issues as they arise. While ADMS is not currently deployed familiarity with ADMS concepts and integrations will help support future grid modernization initiatives.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and investigate application communications and data-quality issues; maintain accurate DER asset information and system documentation.
• DER Onboarding: Assist with adding configuring testing and commissioning new distributed energy resources within the DERMS platform.
• Reporting: Maintain produce and enhance operational dashboards and reports used by system operators administrators and business stakeholders (configuration status alarm summaries communication health). Support broader reporting needs across the organization by identifying what data is available within DERMS and related systems and advising on how it can be used for reporting.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with System Operations field engineers IT teams business stakeholders vendors and member cooperatives to improve DERMS functionality and resolve technical issues.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Follow established cybersecurity access-control and change management procedures for all DERMS administration activities; support access reviews and system recovery efforts as needed.
• Training & Documentation: Develop and maintain end-user training materials and documentation (troubleshooting guides SOPs configuration records); provide technical support to DERMS users.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Information Technology or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of experience in an electric utility technology engineering or operational technology (OT) environment.
• Experience administering configuring or supporting at least one of the following: SCADA EMS ADMS/DMS OMS distribution automation or industrial control systems.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to interpret technical documentation system diagrams and logs.
• Ability to learn new software applications and adapt to evolving system configurations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel.

Preferred:

• Hands-on experience administering a DERMS platform (e.g. AspenTech OSI GridOS AutoGrid Siemens).
• Experience with SCADA EMS ADMS/DMS OMS GIS or AMI in a utility setting.
• Electric utility or electric cooperative experience.
• Familiarity with utility communication protocols such as DNP3 Modbus IEC 61850 MultiSpeak ICCP or REST APIs.
• Basic scripting or query skills (SQL PowerShell Python) for configuration automation or routine reporting.
• Familiarity with operational technology cybersecurity practices and NERC CIP requirements.
• Experience working with utility vendors or system integrators to resolve configuration or support issue.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time