Central Hudson

Operational Technology Analyst

Kingston, NY

Full time

$71,900-$168,700

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Benefits:* Competitive compensation

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Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

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Life and Travel Insurance

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Tuition Assistance

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Wellness Reimbursement Program

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Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is an Operational Technology Analyst

The OT Analyst is a member of the Operational Technology (OT) team and supports all facets of the Distribution Management System including configuration, reporting, advanced applications, patching and hotfixes. The OT Analyst works closely with the DMS vendor and Distribution System Operations to ensure availability and reliability of the DMS system and supports the company’s Grid Modernization vision. Responsibilities may change as the needs of the department evolve.

The OT team provides technical and application support for Industrial Control Systems and supporting technology used to communicate with and secure these systems. Industrial Control Systems are used to monitor, control and optimize the Gas and Electric Transmission and Distribution systems. Design and support of internal communication networks are also managed by the OT team.

What does an Operational Technology Analyst do?

Responsibilities include configuration, testing, analysis and operational support for all facets of the Distribution Management System, including but not limited to:* SCADA – Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

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Substation Onelines and database point mapping

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DMS application specific troubleshooting

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OMS Outage Management System Support

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System integrations

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Custom programs, reporting and scripting

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GIS and Model Management end-user support

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Distribution System Operations end-user support

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Vendor fixes and upgrades

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Application alarming and alerting

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Hardware and Software system support

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System hardening and cybersecurity best practices

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OS and application patching

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Interfaces including ICCP and internal Information Technology & Operational Technology systems

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Advanced DMS application support (e.g. state estimation, FLISR and VVO, sequential controls, operator training simulators)

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Implementation of policies and procedures in asset tracking, information protection, change management, security monitoring, and controls and recovery to support compliance with internal cyber security standards and NERC CIP

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Supports storm/emergency restoration efforts

What does it take to be an Operational Technology Analyst? Required:* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, STEM or a related field and relevant work experience in Information/ Operational Technology. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, candidates with an associate’s degree and 3 years of related Information/ Operational Technology experience or a High School Diploma or equivalency degree and 5 years of related Information/ Operational Technology experience will be considered.

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Experience supporting large scale software applications and projects

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Windows and VMWare experience

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System Administration skills-including OS patching, AV deployment, Active Directory administration

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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with internal customers in an interactive team environment

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Ability to multitask, pay close attention to detail, and adapt to a variety of support environments and assignments

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Strong organizational, analytic, problem solving, and decision-making skills

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Valid driver’s license

Preferred:* Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, STEM or a related field

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Experience with system integration, including development of strategies and implementation of best practices

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Technical understanding and/or working knowledge of supporting large application systems

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Programming and scripting experience

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Experience in Energy & Utilities or services industry

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Experience with Outage Management Systems

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Experience with SCADA system

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Experience with Database support

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Experience in Cyber Security Best Practices

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Experience in a regulated and/or co-sourced environment

Applications will be accepted until April 25, 2025.

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $71,900- $168,700

Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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