SCADA Administrator (5A.26)

Job Summary

Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services on military installations throughout the United States. The company serves nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families at installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Manages completion of SCADA network projects; including implementing network equipment, servers, workstations, and applications
• Provides remote support for SCADA networks with a variety of computers, servers, peripherals, and software
• Installs and configures computer hardware, software, and networks
• Builts and installs host servers with multiple virtual machines
• Maintains computer systems and networks
• Monitors and maintains computer systems and networks
• Protects SCADA digital infrastructure by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources
• Maintains cybersecurity by monitoring vulnerabilities and threats
• Implements cybersecurity improvements
• Develops and implements policy and guidance for SCADA and cybersecurity
• Communicates with leadership relating to critical incidents and strategic cybersecurity requirements
• Recommends new/emerging cybersecurity tools and services
• Evaluates the cybersecurity impact of software changes
• Patches and “hotfixes” all operating systems and applications with the latest security updates
• Develops and implements USB security on end-points
• Implements end-point protection on SCADA systems
• Affords and replaces SCADA IT equipment and network along with SCADA related components
• Maintains an updated inventory of all SCADA hardware and software
• Supports cyber security training for SCADA users
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A.S. diploma in a related field required. B.A. or B.S. degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in Information Technology
• Certifications preferred: MCSE, CCNA, VCP, CWNA
• Knowledge in Microsoft Windows Server Operating System and Virtual Machine software
• Knowledge of Local Area Network and Cisco products
• Knowledge of Router, Managed Switch, Firewall
• Knowledge of PC computer network support and maintenance
• Knowledge of Data Backup and Recovery
• Knowledge of System Alert and Monitoring software
• Able to work independently with Products Technical Support with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized, computer literate
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Able to learn new skills to keep current with technology changes
• Able to Install and maintain software and hardware
• Able to prioritize workload and coordinate time schedules
• Able to travel between system locations required

Benefits

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

Compensation Information

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

Background Check

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions. U.S. Citizenship is required pursuant to our contract with the federal government.