Building Management System (BMS) - Technical Specialist

Parsons•Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Sr. Technical Specialist with extensive experience in Building Management Systems (BMS) to support and optimize critical building automation and operational technology environments. This role is ideal for a highly skilled technical professional with deep expertise in BMS platforms, building automation, Windows server environments, networking, and system troubleshooting. Candidates must currently reside in California. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining system performance, improving reliability, supporting security initiatives, and collaborating with internal teams and external vendors across complex facilities and enterprise environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Minimum of 7 years of related experience in BMS, building automation, operational technology, IT infrastructure, engineering systems, or similar technical environments
Extensive hands-on experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) is required
Must currently reside in California
Strong experience supporting Microsoft Windows operating systems and server infrastructure
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex technical issues across facility and IT environments
Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical teams, project stakeholders, and vendors
Commitment to ongoing professional development in IT, OT, and cybersecurity

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency in BMS software and building automation troubleshooting
Experience supporting automated HVAC, lighting, battery, and power management systems
BACnet certifications such as BC, AAC, ASC, or AWS
CCNA or CompTIA Network+ certification
ISA/IEC 62443 cybersecurity training
Experience with MS SQL and other database technologies
Strong knowledge of firewalls, managed switches, and structured cabling
Experience developing technical solutions for operational and business needs
Strong project coordination or project management skills
Experience supporting building automation, facility systems, or operational technology in a large or complex enterprise environment
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests, incidents, and improvement efforts effectively

Responsibilities

Monitor, control, and optimize building systems using automated BMS platforms to ensure operational efficiency and occupant comfort
Provide advanced technical support for building automation systems, including HVAC, lighting, battery, and power management systems
Support large-scale Microsoft Windows Server environments
Collaborate with Project Managers and application subject matter experts to validate system builds and deployments
Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot scripts using PowerShell
Perform advanced troubleshooting of Windows operating systems, including registries, permissions, services, and system performance
Apply strong knowledge of networking and TCP/IP protocols such as DNS, ICMP, SMB, and SSL/TLS during setup and issue resolution
Support planning and deployment of operating system and infrastructure-related projects
Perform security patching for Microsoft Windows systems and work with stakeholders to resolve compatibility issues
Coordinate with third-party vendors to troubleshoot and resolve system-specific technical issues
Lead or support Operational Technology internal audit activities
Partner with IT Support and other cross-functional teams to maintain secure and reliable operations
Help design and implement scalable technical solutions that support business and operational requirements
Manage multiple support issues, system improvements, and technical priorities in a fast-paced environment