IT OT System Operations Administrator, Linux

This is a CONTRACT POSITION.

Your employment will be held by a third-party company of ENGIE's choosing. Any offered contract role will not constitute an offer for nor guarantee of future employment with ENGIE.

Duration:

* One Year

Compensation:

* Pay Rate: $45.00-$60.00/hr (Depending on experience)

Location:

* Houston (Hybrid)

What You Can Expect

Information Technology-Operational Technology (IT-OT), System Operations Administrator is responsible for installing, managing, and upgrading systems and servers within the IT-OT environment of ENGIE NA. This position will also be responsible for managing data security, configuring user access, and maintaining the stability of the systems as well as daily management of the installed physical virtual environments. Additionally, this position will maintain proper documentation and reporting to ensure full NERC CIP compliance.

Position will maintain system configuration and on-going support and management tasks related to the ENGIE NA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) - Industrial Control System (ICS).

To ensure success as an IT-OT System Operations Administrator, position applicant should have and in-depth knowledge of Linux as well as Windows server setup, deployment, and maintenance and the ability to solve complex IT issues.

• Installing, upgrading and the maintaining of Linux & Windows systems and servers, with the main focus on having strong Linux skills.
• System patching, Performing the steps necessary to keep current with OS security and hardware firmware patches.
• Routine travel to key plant sites to install, maintain local IT systems, and servers as well as support local plant personnel with said IT systems.
• Knowledge of Linux based directory/LDAP structures will be necessary along with Microsoft Active Directory
• Providing technical support for IT-OT servers and systems, both Linux and Windows mixed environment.
• Troubleshooting system and server errors and review system error logs and OT user-reported errors.
• Ensure and manage IT-OT system servers are properly backed up and retained for a supplied time frame.
• Remote support of server infrastructure for remote offices and plant sites to ensure optimal performance.
• Advocating Cybersecurity and ensuring all Cybersecurity and company security policies are enforced for IT-OT systems and comply with NERC CIP Compliance.
• NERC CIP Knowledge and certification(s) is a plus

What You'll Bring

• Strong in-depth knowledge of Linux and Windows servers. With a the major focus
• Command Line Proficiency: Strong command line skills, including familiarity with shell scripting (e.g., Bash).
• Linux Installation and Configuration: Ability to install and configure various Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat). As well as Microsoft Windows servers.
• Package Management: Using package managers to install, update, and remove software packages for both the Linux and Windows server environments.
• Work with ENGIE IT-OT Infrastructure group and local SCADA technicians to assist with the design, configuration and ongoing maintenance/support of the plant SCADA network Linux and Windows OS systems.
• Secure all network infrastructure servers and other Linux and Windows OS based on ENGIE Cybersecurity framework.
• Comply with all regulatory standards and mandates as well as apply industry best practices when possible. With a priority with NERC CIP Compliance.
• Document tasks to demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards such as infrastructure changes; compliance assessments; testing of significant changes; system configurations; access reviews; and equipment disposal
• Work with remote plant personnel to keep up-to-date SCADA network diagrams and documentation.
• Maintain and support personnel connecting remotely to the environment using a secured remote access system.
• SCADA network support systems. Maintain network and plant OT servers and other IT controlled systems.
• Participates with all internal and external audits.
• Responds to IT-OT SCADA Cybersecurity incidents
• Designs, configures, and maintains SCADA network backup and recovery systems.
• Understand pertinent compliance requirements for regulatory reporting.
• Strong in-depth knowledge of Linux and Windows servers. With a the major focus
• Command Line Proficiency: Strong command line skills, including familiarity with shell scripting (e.g., Bash).
• Linux Installation and Configuration: Ability to install and configure various Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat). As well as Microsoft Windows servers.
• Package Management: Using package managers to install, update, and remove software packages for both the Linux and Windows server environments.
• Work with ENGIE IT-OT Infrastructure group and local SCADA technicians to assist with the design, configuration and ongoing maintenance/support of the plant SCADA network Linux and Windows OS systems.
• Secure all network infrastructure servers and other Linux and Windows OS based on ENGIE Cybersecurity framework.
• Comply with all regulatory standards and mandates as well as apply industry best practices when possible. With a priority with NERC CIP Compliance.
• Document tasks to demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards such as infrastructure changes; compliance assessments; testing of significant changes; system configurations; access reviews; and equipment disposal
• Work with remote plant personnel to keep up-to-date SCADA network diagrams and documentation.
• Maintain and support personnel connecting remotely to the environment using a secured remote access system.
• SCADA network support systems. Maintain network and plant OT servers and other IT controlled systems.
• Participates with all internal and external audits.
• Responds to IT-OT SCADA Cybersecurity incidents
• Designs, configures, and maintains SCADA network backup and recovery systems.
• Understand pertinent compliance requirements for regulatory reporting.

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

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