Job title: Scada Engineer
Duration: long-term contact
Position: Hybrid
Work location: The candidate will work at Manassas, VA 20109. If the site is closed, the candidate can work 100% remotely.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The individual in this role configures, maintains, and supports the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure to ensure reliable, safe, and secure operations. They maintain the SCADA and Load Management systems in a compliant manner, consistently demonstrating adherence to all applicable regulatory standards. The key requirements and responsibilities for this role include:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Designs, configures, and maintains the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure in accordance with policies, regulatory standards and industry best practices.
Documents tasks to demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards such as infrastructure changes, compliance assessments, testing of significant changes, system configurations, access reviews and equipment disposal.
Responsible for procedures and practices related to the physical and cyber security of the SCADA system.
Programs SCADA systems to communicate with field equipment including IEDs, RTUs and meters.
Maintains and supports SCADA servers, databases, data historian, SCADA one-lines, map board, operator training, historian and engineering workstations, and related Electric Operations systems including: ACS, eDNA, ICCP, data integration (transcription, load page) and delivery point meters. Manages relationship with key hardware and software vendors.
Creates and updates SCADA operator displays and databases.
Ensures communications and coordination with Power Supply to implement peak demand load shedding programs.
Responsible for Department functions and roles related to OT Cyber Security Plan and OT Cyber Incident Response Plan.
Coordinates SCADA infrastructure and display activities with s Electric Operations staff.
Coordinates ICCP database and coordinates data exchange with outside entities.
Participates in internal and external audits as a subject matter expert.
Provides supervision for 1-3 SCADA Analyst(s) responsible for the administration and technical support of the SCADA and Load Management system. Includes performance management, goal setting and development plans for employees.
Provides technical support to internal staff for maintained systems.
Directs and assists in recovery efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL RELATIONS maintained for effective coordination and communication.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field is required or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three or more years of experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting SCADA or equivalent distributed control systems (DCS) is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong computer and networking skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with Windows operating systems, LINUX, Microsoft Office, virtualization, access control/authorization, security event monitoring and configuration management software.
Demonstrated proficiency with administrating, programming and troubleshooting real-time SCADA systems and displays.
Demonstrated 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 having varying technical skill levels.
Ability to manage projects and time effectively to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, with little to no supervision.
