Administer and maintain data historian platforms, ensuring high availability and optimal performance
Monitor system health, storage utilization, and data collection processes
Perform upgrades, patches, and system backups/recovery activities
Manage interfaces, connectors, and data ingestion pipelines
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of time-series data
Configure data tags, compression, and retention policies
Troubleshoot data gaps, latency, and integrity issues
Implement data governance and security best practices
Support real-time and batch data flows across systems
Collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams to deliver data solutions
Assist users with data access, reporting tools, and visualization platforms
Analyze system performance and recommend improvements
Optimize queries, data retrieval, and storage strategies
Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains
Maintain technical documentation for system configurations, procedures, and standards
Provide training and support for end users and technical teams
Develop best practices and operational playbooks

Bachelor's Degree in MIS, computer science, mathematics, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of formal education and the following job related experience
Hands-on experience with data historian platforms (e.g., OSIsoft PI, AVEVA/Wonderware Historian, Ignition)
Strong understanding of time-series data, data collection, and industrial protocols (OPC, MQTT, Modbus, etc.)
Experience with Windows Server environments and system administration
Knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls)
Proficiency in scripting or querying (PowerShell, SQL, Python preferred)
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

IT Operations Data Historian Administrator

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