IT/OT Systems Administrator

Alava Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled IT-OT System Operations Administrator to enhance their dynamic team in Houston. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage and upgrade systems within a cutting-edge IT-OT environment. You will be responsible for maintaining server architecture security, troubleshooting system errors, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. If you have a solid background in IT Server Operations and a passion for supporting innovative technologies, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and dedication to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT Server Operations experience, ideally with Operational Technology.
• Strong knowledge of Windows OS and Active Directory management.
• Proficiency in networking security and virtual technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install, manage, and upgrade systems within the IT-OT environment.
• Maintain server architecture security and create system backups.
• Advocate Cybersecurity and ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards.

Skills

IT Server Operations

Active Directory Management

Windows OS Management

Networking Security

Virtual Technology (VMWare, Nutanix)

OS Patching

Cybersecurity Policies

Troubleshooting

Linux Skills

CISCO Networking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMWare ESXi

Nutanix AHV

Ivanti System Operations

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client is seeking a skilled IT-OT System Operations Administrator to join our team. This role involves installing, managing, and upgrading systems and servers within our IT-OT environment. Planning and preparation of system and server upgrades with IT managers.

1. Installing, upgrading and maintaining Windows systems and servers. Working with external vendors for proper OS patching, system support, and other key functions. Routine OS and hardware system firmware patching.
2. Interacting with our key IT area personnel to assist with support of all IT-OT environments.
3. Maintain Virtual System Infrastructure, including firmware and system OS upgrades.
4. Create and maintain Virtual Server Guest OS.
5. Maintain NERC CIP Environment and secured rack located within the Houston office.
6. Knowledge of Active Directory user and group management, enforcing user Onboarding and Offboarding procedures.
7. Active Directory Group Policy Management. Create and maintain appropriate AD Group Policies for server and user management.
8. Providing technical support for IT-OT servers and systems.
9. Troubleshooting system and server errors and review system error logs and OT user-reported errors.
10. Primary management of the Renewable NERC CIP system environment.
11. Maintaining server architecture security and creating system backups, ensuring proper backup measures are in place and active following company standards.
12. Remote support of server infrastructure for remote offices and plant sites to ensure optimal performance.
13. Assist the IT team to maintain IT monitoring systems and performance.
14. Advocating Cybersecurity and ensuring all Cybersecurity and company security policies are enforced for IT-OT systems and comply with NERC CIP Compliance.
15. Assessing and maintaining the stability, security, and scalability of installed Windows Servers, complying with company Cybersecurity policies and procedures.
16. Linux skills is a plus.
17. Understanding and prior work skill set of Industrial Control system networks is a plus.
18. NERC CIP Knowledge and certification(s) is a plus.
19. CISCO networking and switch management skill set is a plus.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of five (5) years of IT Server Operations. Experience with Operational Technology(OT)/Industry Control Systems (ICS) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or equivalent.
• Strong computer and networking skills and thorough knowledge of networking concepts, principles, and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of managing and supporting Microsoft Windows OS technology, including Microsoft Active Directory Management. Certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of virtual technology. Currently using VMWare ESXi and Nutanix AHV virtual platforms.
• Strong knowledge of OS patching capabilities. Ivanti System Operations skill is a plus.
• Strong networking security skills and a thorough knowledge of network security concepts, principles, and best practices.
• Proficiency with major operating systems, Microsoft Office, virtualization, backup and recovery software, disk backup, network monitoring software.
• Ability to learn ICS Security Framework concepts, processes, and procedures within three months.
• Understanding and compliance of NERC CIP standards, processes, and controls, and participation in SCADA Network security assessments and audits is a plus.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy

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