OT Systems Administrator

HF Sinclair•Anacortes, WA

2d•$75,800 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The OT (Operational Technology) System Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day secure management, operation, and use of OT systems and applications within the OT environment. Work in the OT shall be performed in compliance with HF Sinclair standards, other applicable OT security standards, and applicable OT security legislation. This role involves ensuring a stable platform for operational and business workflows, acting as a point of contact for OT Security, and assessing the criticality of OT systems with a focus on safety and integrity.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of progressive work experience in OT Systems and/or Cybersecurity is required.
A minimum of 1 year work of experience at HF Sinclair Puget Sound Refinery is required.
Technical expertise in OT System Administration.
Advanced ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes and apply knowledge analytically.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft products and commonly used engineering concepts.
Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication.
Advanced reading and writing skills.
Ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted).

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Cybersecurity, Database Administration or related field is required.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight to incorporate all elements required to deliver a stable platform for operation and business workflows.
Act as the first point of contact for OT Security and interface with site/project personnel.
Ensure non-compliances are reported timely to the accountable manager.
Engage site/project staff for embedding local processes and procedures required to meet applicable standards.
Assess the criticality and importance of OT systems to core HF Sinclair business, focusing on safety and integrity issues.
Develop information security requirements for applications, supporting programs, and OT equipment when company standards are inadequate.
Establish and mature operational processes and supporting tools for fitness of purpose.
Gather feedback on operations from business stakeholders.
Collaborate with the Central OT Team, engineering, and projects organizations to define Strategy, Services portfolio, and Delivery capability for OT Security.
Ensure implemented security controls and countermeasures function as intended.
Request technical support and assistance from the regional organization or vendor support system as needed.
Review new standards, processes, and tools from a technical and operational perspective.
Manage relationships with external vendors and service companies regarding OT issues.
Be a driving force for implementing security measures and contributing to the ability of managers and employees to fulfill their information security responsibilities.
Use common engineering concepts to perform projects and assignments under direct supervision, exercising judgment in the evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Estimate project cost and feasibility, supervise contractors and field activities, and provide discipline-specific engineering assistance, direction, and development to colleagues.
Resolve complex problems, including conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and difficult coordination requirements; solve technical problems related to projects, troubleshoot, and update report data.
Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of DCS systems (including switches, routers, stations, controllers, I/O, and servers), including planning and implementing equipment upgrades.
Provide operations support for the refinery process control environment, including troubleshooting and maintenance of control strategies, monitoring control system health, maintaining the alarm management system, graphics modifications, and database support for the plant operating data historian.
Perform special assignments or tasks as assigned by the supervisor.