Control Systems & Security Administrator

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

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• Under limited supervision, the Control Systems & Security Administrator is responsible for the administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and security of industrial control systems/operational technologies (ICS/OT), cybersecurity assets, networks, and databases, including DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI environments.
• This position ensures the integrity, reliability, security, and regulatory compliance of critical infrastructure systems supporting power generation facilities.
• The incumbent provides technical guidance, performs complex problem-solving, implements cybersecurity and operational technology standards (NERC CIP, NIST), and collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to maintain continuous operation of mission-critical systems.

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, workstations, industrial control systems, and peripheral equipment.
• Install, configure, maintain, and analyze cybersecurity assets, including network monitoring and threat detection/prevention systems.
• Administer, monitor, and optimize network systems, including TCP/IP, EIGRP, OSPF, STP, VLANs, and bridging.
• Administer and maintain relational and dimensional databases; monitor performance, backups, and logs.
• Develop and maintain scripts for system automation and administration.
• Implement security protocols, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with NERC CIP, NIST, and other applicable standards.
• Plan, test, and apply system updates, hardware/software upgrades, and patches.
• Develop, maintain, and interpret technical documentation, flowcharts, and system diagrams.
• Provide technical support and training to operations personnel and team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors on system design, installation, and problem resolution.
• Maintain inventory of systems and control equipment; ensure proper configuration and documentation.
• Follow all safety, security, and regulatory procedures, including emergency response and business continuity protocols.

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Industrial Control Systems/Automation, or a related field AND at least five (5) years of professional experience in systems administration, cybersecurity, network administration, database administration, or industrial control systems (ICS/OT) in a utility or industrial facility. Experience must include working with IT/OT infrastructure, industrial control systems, and compliance frameworks. OR Nine (9) year combination of education and/or experience in systems administration, cybersecurity, network administration, database administration, or industrial control systems (ICS/OT) in a utility or industrial facility.

Experience must include working with IT/OT infrastructure, industrial control systems, and compliance frameworks.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional certifications such as ISC2 CISSP, ISA/IEC 62443, CompTIA Security+, Network+, CCNA/CCNP, GICSP, or vendor-specific DCS/PLC certifications
• Experience in power generation environments, water, wastewater, or chemical environment.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid drivers license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment in this classification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting — Up to 6 hours per day
• Lifting — Up to 50 lbs, up to 2 hours per day
• Walking — Up to 2 hours per day
• Standing — Up to 3 hours per day
• Pushing — Will not generally apply
• Bending — Up to 2 hours per day
• Squatting — Up to 2 hours per day
• Pulling — Will not…