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Entergy

SCADA System Specialist

Entergy, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123


Entergy SCADA System Specialist - New Orleans, LouisianaLocation:

Beaumont, Texas, United States

Company:

Entergy

Work Place Flexibility:

Hybrid

Legal Entity:

Entergy Services, Inc.-ESI (OLD)

The official job title for this position will be IT Specialist II or Sr. Job Level will be determined based on education, experience, and success at the IT Specialist Level.

*This is a hybrid position can be based out of one of our primary offices located in The Woodlands, TX, Beaumont, TX, Little Rock, AR, Jackson, MS, or New Orleans, LA. Relocation may be required if the selected candidate is not within reporting distance from these locations. Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this posting*

Job Description/Purpose:

This role provides support and advanced expertise of Operations Technology (OT) applications in a Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) environment. The primary responsibilities include day-to-day support for host modeling and display building for the Entergy DA EMS SCADA System (Distribution Automation Energy Management Systems).

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide operational support, ensuring production systems and devices are online and available; this includes non-business hours on-call support.

GE EMS/SCADA expertise.

SCADA - experience with RTU modeling and calculations.

Display building experience (WebFG).

Design Host System configurations to support RTU installations and protocol definitions.

Perform database analysis in response to data requests from Engineering and Capital Construction and Operations and Maintenance organizations.

Verify system operation, database integrity, and data presentation effectiveness on a routine basis, responding to dispatcher requests for assistance, repairs, and improvements.

Provide routine and emergency support for Host System operations systems and application software.

Design, create, and implement EMS/SCADA-related special projects.

Coordinate database modifications with all Operations Centers.

Respond to Service Now requests for support from TCC/DOC Operations.

Provide customer support and services for reported issues, service requests and inquiries.

Effectively communicate technical information, concepts, and ideas verbally and in writing.

Participate in the team 24-hour on-call rotation.

Minimum Education Required for the position:

Bachelor’s Degree or Experience Equivalent; Advanced degree preferred.

Experience Required for the position:

IT Specialist, II:

1-2 years of experience of relevant technology delivery with Subject Matter Expertise for Operational Technology (OT).

IT Specialist, Sr:

2-4 years of experience (or 3 years w/advanced degree) of relevant technology delivery with Subject Matter Expertise for Operational Technology (OT).

Strong track record of relevant technology delivery.

Design, development and testing of real time systems applications and enhancements.

Database Administration – experience with development, testing, and operating databases.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required for the Position:

Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, including work outside of normal business hours.

Ability to support real-time systems.

Ability to support cyber security activities such as system hardening, patch management, and configuration management.

Knowledge of security controls testing, security audits, and security assessments.

Ability to support fraud and computer forensics research.

Highly motivated and ability to work with little direct supervision.

Effective Teamwork and Inclusion (e.g. works collaboratively, builds collaborative relationships).

Good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to act as a lead or technical expert.

Certifications/Licenses Required for the position:

None

Primary Location:

Texas-Beaumont Texas : Beaumont || Arkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson || Texas : The Woodlands

Job Function:

Information Technology

FLSA Status:

Professional

Relocation Option:

No Relocation Offered

Number of Openings:

2

Travel Percentage:

Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

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