Scada Engineer (Full-Time) (Onsite 5 days a week in Manassas, VA)

Career Developers • Manassas, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The SCADA Engineer configures, maintains, and supports the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure to ensure reliable, safe, and secure operation. The role maintains these systems in compliance with applicable regulatory standards and documents work to demonstrate compliance. This is an onsite position in Manassas, Virginia, five days per week.

The engineer supports SCADA systems used in electric utility operations, including communications with field equipment and coordination with Electric Operations, Power Supply, vendors, and external entities. The position also contributes to operational technology cybersecurity planning and incident response, audits, technical support, and system recovery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Three or more years of experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting SCADA systems.
• SCADA experience within the electric utility industry.
• Strong computer and networking skills.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems, LINUX, Microsoft Office, virtualization, access control/authorization, security event monitoring, and configuration management software.
• Proficiency administering, programming, and troubleshooting real-time SCADA systems and displays.
• Knowledge of Power System Operations concepts, processes, and procedures.
• Basic understanding of NERC CIP standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with people with varying technical skill levels.
• Ability to manage projects and time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with little to no supervision.
• Ability to work onsite in Manassas, Virginia, five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain SCADA and Load Management infrastructure in accordance with policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Document infrastructure changes, compliance assessments, testing of significant changes, system configurations, access reviews, and equipment disposal.
• Maintain procedures and practices related to the physical and cybersecurity of the SCADA system.
• Program SCADA systems to communicate with field equipment, including IEDs, RTUs, and meters.
• Maintain and support SCADA servers, databases, data historian, SCADA one-lines, map board, operator training, engineering workstations, and related Electric Operations systems, including Client, eDNA, ICCP, data integration, and delivery point meters.
• Manage relationships with key hardware and software vendors.
• Create and update SCADA operator displays and databases.
• Coordinate with Power Supply to implement peak-demand load-shedding programs.
• Perform department functions and roles related to the OT Cyber Security Plan and OT Cyber Incident Response Plan.
• Coordinate SCADA infrastructure and display activities with Electric Operations staff.
• Coordinate the ICCP database and data exchange with external entities.
• Participate in internal and external audits as a subject matter expert.
• Provide technical support to internal staff for maintained systems.
• Direct and assist in recovery efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive plan
• Premier health benefits, including an on-site wellness center
• Survivor and disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of the employee's contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, sick, and holiday leave
• Educational assistance
• Annual company events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level