IT/OT Systems Engineer

Alyeska Pipeline Service Company; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alyeska Pipeline Service Company is seeking a Data Systems Engineer to serve as the technical SME for OT data systems supporting pipeline operations. You will ensure reliability, security, integration, and lifecycle management of operational data platforms and infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include administering AVEVA PI System and SQL Server environments, supporting Windows and Linux servers, Splunk, and API automation.

Qualifications

• OT data systems expertise for reliability, security, integration, and lifecycle management of OT platforms.
• Experience with AVEVA PI System administration and integration.
• Proficiency in SQL Server administration for production databases.
• Experience with Splunk administration, monitoring, and dashboards.
• Scripting in Python and PowerShell.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration.
• Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles and monitoring practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support AVEVA PI System, including archives, interfaces, integrations, and performance.
• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments and production databases.
• Support and maintain Windows and Linux server infrastructure hosting critical systems.
• Support Splunk onboarding, alerting, reporting, and dashboard development.
• Develop and maintain API integrations and automation with Python and PowerShell.
• Monitor system health, performance, availability, and data integrity across OT environments.
• Collaborate with OT, Cyber Security, and Operations teams to achieve objectives.
• Lead or support system upgrades, patches, migrations, and lifecycle initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and provide recommendations to improve reliability.

Skills

OT data systems

AVEVA PI System administration

Microsoft SQL Server administration

Splunk administration

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

Windows server administration

Linux server administration

OT cybersecurity principles

Root cause analysis

Technical documentation

Tools

AVEVA PI System

Microsoft SQL Server

Splunk

Python

PowerShell

Windows Server

Linux Server

Job description

Accountabilities and Specific Requirements

The Data Systems Engineer serves as the technical subject matter expert for Operational Technology (OT) data systems supporting pipeline operations and mission-critical systems. This position is responsible for the reliability, security, integration, and lifecycle management of operational data platforms and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support the AVEVA PI System, including data archives, interfaces, integrations, and system performance.
• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments and production databases supporting operational systems.
• Support and maintain Windows and Linux server infrastructure hosting mission-critical systems
• Support Splunk administration, including data onboarding, alerting, reporting, and dashboard development.
• Develop and maintain API integrations and automation solutions using Python and PowerShell.
• Monitor system health, performance, availability, and data integrity across OT environments.
• Support OT cybersecurity requirements through logging, monitoring, threat detection, and coordination with Cyber Security teams.
• Lead or support system upgrades, patching, migrations, and technology lifecycle management initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing recommendations to improve system reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Cyber Security, and OT personnel to support critical business and operational objectives.
• Share technical knowledge and mentor less experienced engineers and support personnel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• AVEVA PI System administration and integration
• Microsoft SQL Server administration and database support
• Splunk administration, monitoring, and dashboard development
• Python and PowerShell scripting
• Windows and Linux server administration
• OT systems architecture and industrial data systems
• System integration, automation, and performance optimization
• OT cybersecurity principles and monitoring practices
• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Technical documentation and change management