Specialist, Operational Technology Application Services

2 weeks ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Alectra Utilities Inc. Full time
Specialist, Operational Technology Application Services

Location: MID - Mississauga

Requisition #:

Description

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number:

Position:

Specialist, Operational Technology Application Services

Location:

Vaughan, Mississuaga or Hamilton

(Hybrid: Remote/In-office)

Reports to:

Manager, Operational Technology Services

Business Unit:

Information Technology

Division:

Information Technology

35

Rate of Pay:

Commensurate with range and candidate's experience

Number of Openings:

1

Union:

No

Open:

May 30, 2024

Close:

Alectra is committed to putting our people first in providing a positive employee experience and a safe work environment. Our Hybrid Workplace policy allows for an effective balance for employees with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment; a combination of Remote / In-office work based on operational requirements.

Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Manager, Operational Technology Services is responsible for the optimal function, performance, reliability, availability and security of critical and non-critical Operations applications and associated architecture on a 24-7 basis. The role provides insights to the integrity of data, data systems, and standards across the Operational Technology application suite. This role also provides oversight and reporting of all performance metrics and technology improvements in support of the capital planning program.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

· Oversees the day-to-day operation and stability of all corporate Operations Technology (OT) applications

· Administers and oversees the troubleshooting of all OT applications, including reporting on incidents, problem management, release management, implementation to correct production issues

· Oversees and stewards all report generation and configuration management database in support of Change Management process and principles

· Designs and configures all OT Applications as needed to meet business and industry demand

· Coordinates and oversees patching programs for all OT Applications, in collaboration with Security and Network support teams

· Oversees all application upgrades, including testing and business planning, to production environment

· Oversees allproduct enhancements and system change implementations, working closely with the business to achieve expectedoutcomes

· Responsible for providing application outage triage collaborating with internal and external resources with sense of urgency to resolve all production issues

· Manages all vendors and service providers' coordinating all application enhancements, features, and releases

· Receives support calls by phone, email – single point of contact for all OT Application and communication issues on a 7X24 basis

· Collaborates with network, security, and operations team in the design of operational communication systems

· Oversees thetimely and accurate customer feedback to all reported issues

· Oversees the OT Applications documentation standards, procedures, and processes

· Provides onsite local support to distributed offices

· Oversees the integrity of OT Application data managing all backup and restoration process

· Participates as a subject matter expert in all disaster recovery testing and industry exercise

· Provides subject matter support to all Information Technology teams

· Accountable for adhering to Alectra corporate policies and procedures

· Other duties as required.

· Active Directory Administration for Workstations/Servers/Network Hardware

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Education & Specialized Knowledge

· Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent knowledge and experience

· SCADA - Detailed knowledge of real time operating systems.Experience installing and configuring SCADA server and SCADA client software.Previous support of SCADA end users with application specific issues.Experience testing patches and system updates.

· Detailed knowledge of communication protocols used in the operations environment (Modbus, DNP3, ICCP). Able to use various protocol analyzers (Scanmon, ASE, Wireshark) to investigate communication issues.

· Advanced Knowledge in Microsoft Suite of desktop products and operating systems

· Working knowledge of PC's, communications networks, and peripherals

· Able to manipulate Command Line Interfaces

Experience

· 5 years + hands-on experience with Operations Applications

· Demonstrated ability and passion as a subject matter expert in Operations Applications and communication systems outside of current specialization

· Industry awareness of the utility business operation, business requirements and regulations

· Strong project management skills, understanding of project management methodologies and software/hardware development cycle

· Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established guidelines

· Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solution to complex business requirements and technical issues

· Strong strategic, problem solving and analytical skills with ability to influence others and resolve issues

· Ability to promote and oversee continuous improvement through innovation and technology

· Proactive versus reactive thinker

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills, with focus on attention to detail

· Strongwritten, oral, and presentation skills

· Energetic and enthusiastic team player committed to the overall success of Operational Technology and Alectra

· Awareness of Cyber Security Best Practices

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by clicking on the button below.

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Alectra will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs, to the point of undue hardship.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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