Sr SCADA Load Mgmt. System Analyst - Manassas, Virginia - Onsite at Wise Men Consultants
Manassas, VA
About the Job
Job Title: Sr SCADA Load Mgmt. System Analyst
Contract to hire
Location is Manassas, VA
Onsite 5 days a week
Only GC/USC
This position is on-site in Manassas, Virginia. A relocation package may be offered to the successful eligible candidate.
SUMMARY
This position will be responsible for providing senior-level system administration and technical support for SCADA and Load Management Systems. Monitoring, maintaining, and improving system performance to ensure operability and ease of use. Analyzing load profiles and historical data to recommend load control strategies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully and effectively, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Administers maintains and programs Unix Operating System Servers using C, Perl, Java, shell, and Advanced Control Systems proprietary programming languages and Prism SCADA servers to facilitate corporate monitoring and control of all connected substations.
- Develops new and modifies existing substation database and drawings.
- Administers maintains and programs Oracle Database using self-developed Utility Data Model to pull and archive historical data from PRISM system and using SQL to generate reports from data.
- Administers maintains and programs Windows 2000 workstations including updating software and securing stations and networks.
- Collects and analyzes weather and load data and recommends load control strategies.
- Monitors system performance and faults to assist in troubleshooting and restoration. Develops reports to analyze system performance.
- Researches and recommends new technologies and implementation strategies.
- Coordinates station testing with Technical Services Supervisor.
- Troubleshoots and repairs any network failures on the SCADA network consisting of hubs, switches, routers, modems, telecommunications lease circuits, and fiber Ethernet.
- Applies demonstrated senior-level technical expertise and leadership within the division to produce positive results through planning, communication, and administration of policies and programs.
- Works continually towards self-development to stay current on SCADA, load management, and computer and system operations procedures and practices.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Associate's Degree in Computer Technology or a related field from an accredited institution is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer information systems from an accredited institution is preferred.
- 3-5 years of related experience and/or training are required.
- Previous experience with SCADA and Load Management systems and computer programming methodologies is required.
- Experience with Unix and Windows Operating Systems and their server and client-side software solutions preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and mathematical skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with general computer operation and Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with all levels within the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate and meet rapidly changing customer and business needs by quickly refocusing and realigning strategic and operational direction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of database programming and ability to lead substation schematics.
- Demonstrated knowledge and desire for high-tech solutions. Demonstrated knowledge of normal system operation.
- Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate theoretical and/or technical information to provide an understanding of concepts to laypersons.
- Demonstrated knowledge of UNIX, advanced programming techniques, and security strategies; knowledge of Windows and windows networking infrastructure and security; SCADA & database programming; database and Structured Query Language (SQL).
- Demonstrated ability to compile, organize, analyze, and recognize load trends, recommending proper load management strategies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper operating parameters within NOVEC SCADA system; knowledge of system control and safety; knowledge of network connectivity and interaction of devices in a WAN/LAN environment, and ability to work in conjunction with local telecommunication companies; knowledge of NOVEC Electrical Systems, Substations, and Telecommunication Systems, and other Computer Systems.
Please send the updated resume to srinivas.puppala@resolvetech.com or reach me at 470-202-8086. Referrals are welcome!
