Systems Administrator (Vacancy)

City of Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Water & Power, Division of Water Reclamation, seeks a Systems Administrator to install and maintain SCADA system hardware and software at municipal facilities.

The role emphasizes on-site work, UPS maintenance, and ongoing Windows OS management, backups, and security patching, with emphasis on compatibility with UNIX notes as required. Strong documentation and cross-team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science / IT / cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications in networking/server administration (CCNA, Network+, Windows Server, AZ-800/801, Server+).
• Experience providing user support for SCADA network desktop/HMI users.
• Experience installs hardware and software packages and maintains systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain SCADA system hardware and software for Water Reclamation plants.
• Provide user support for management and operators on SCADA desktop/HMI.
• Install, support, and maintain UPS for core servers.
• Maintain day-to-day Windows OS operations, backups, and security patches.
• Document procedures and system configurations for operators and IT staff.

Skills

SCADA

System administration

Windows Server

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / IT / cybersecurity or closely related field

Certifications: CCNA, Network+, Windows Server Admin Associate, AZ-800/801, Server+

Tools

Cisco CCNA

Microsoft Windows Server

UPS hardware maintenance

Job description

In the Division of Water Reclamation, under direction, the Systems Administrator will install and maintain the Water Reclamation plants SCADA system hardware and software.

This position is responsible for recycling old UPS chassis and batteries when the hardware refresh happens; participates in Citywide information technology projects; participates in professional activities to remain knowledgeable regarding developments in the field of systems administration; performs related duties as required.

This is primarily performed on premises at the facilities.

0% remote capability.

Preferred experience and training

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity or closely related field.
• Valid certification in Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate AZ 802 Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/801), CompTIA Server+, Dell PowerEdge Operate Certification.
• User support for management and operators using the desktop/HMI’s on the SCADA network.
• Installs new hardware and software packages.
• Modifies and adapts software features and structures to meet the needs of the clients.
• Maintains day-to-day operation of the Windows OS for desktops and servers including but not limited to upgrades, systems backups and recovery, user accounts, security logs, creating/using batch files, and systems health status.
• Analyzes and resolves problems associated with desktop and server hardware and operating systems software.
• Detects, diagnoses, reports, and/or corrects system/server problems.
• Communicates with programmers and other IT staff to resolve these issues; monitors, analyzes, and resolves security issues regarding the computer system and the network and evaluates and installs security patches & antivirus program.
• Remains current on operating system vulnerabilities.
• Writes and or adds to current system documentation, program specifications, production procedures, and other documentation that may include user manuals and instructions.
• Maintains accurate documentation and administrative information of the operating systems.
• Install, support, and maintain UPSes for core servers.

Possession of a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in computer or information systems maintenance, systems administration, or systems analysis. Substitution(s): Possession of an associate's degree and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or valid certification as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server, Hewlett-Packard Unix Certified Systems Administrator (HP-UX CSA) or comparable certification and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or an additional four (4) years of experience as listed above may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

NOTE: Individual positions in this classification may require knowledge of, and experience in, specific operating systems such as UNIX, as noted on the vacancy notification.

Recruitment #: 26-0564-V2

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alisha Ardolino

Columbus Water & Power

Division of Water Reclamation

37 W. Broad St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: [phone]

E: [e-mail]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer