Analyst, Operational Technology

AES US•Dayton, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company, is a global leader in the energy revolution, operating in 14 countries. Recognized as a Top Ten Best Workplace for Innovators and a Great Place to Work, AES is committed to innovation and collaboration. The company is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, providing electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. AES is dedicated to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement goals, and is driving global decarbonization through innovative solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers. This role is for a highly motivated, curious, and technically inclined individual to join the Operations Technology (OT) team, supporting utility-scale renewable energy assets across the United States. It is distinct from a typical entry-level IT role, involving direct engagement with systems that monitor and control solar, wind, and battery energy storage sites. The position supports real-time operations crucial for power generation, grid reliability, and revenue. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in networking, SCADA systems, industrial devices, and cybersecurity within a fast-paced, high-ownership environment. AES emphasizes hiring individuals based on their problem-solving abilities, capacity for learning, and performance under pressure, rather than solely on existing knowledge.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving ability—you don’t give up when things don’t work
High curiosity and willingness to enthusiastically learn in unfamiliar systems
Ability to stay calm and think clearly under pressure
Ownership mindset—you take responsibility for outcomes
Basic understanding of: Networking (IP addressing, VLANs, routing concepts)
Basic understanding of: Windows systems or general system administration
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on / military experience
1-2 years of related experience
Ability to travel up to 50% (site visits across renewable energy assets)
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
Ability to obtain a TWIC card
Ability to work in field environments requiring PPE

Nice To Haves

Exposure to any of the following is a plus: Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)
Exposure to any of the following is a plus: Powershell
Exposure to any of the following is a plus: Firewalls, network switches, spanning tree protocol, SCADA, industrial systems, or field devices
Exposure to any of the following is a plus: Protocols – DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA/DA

Responsibilities

Support the systems that enable real-time monitoring and control of energy assets (SCADA, Energy Management Systems, telemetry, and site communications)
Troubleshoot issues impacting visibility, control, and data flow across hundreds of distributed sites
Assist in restoring operations during outages and degraded system conditions
Configure and maintain: Network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls)
Configure and maintain: Virtual environments (VMware / Hyper-V)
Configure and maintain: Windows-based systems and industrial applications
Support device-level communications (relays, inverters, meters, RTACs, etc.)
Learn and apply networking fundamentals in real-world environments (routing, VLANs, NAT, VPNs)
Perform root cause analysis across: Network connectivity issues
Perform root cause analysis across: SCADA/data gaps
Perform root cause analysis across: Device communication failures
Use tools like packet captures, logs, and system diagnostics to isolate issues
Document findings and contribute to long-term fixes—not just short-term patches
Participate in an on-call rotation supporting critical infrastructure
Respond to and triage issues impacting production systems