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About the role:

We are looking for a SCADA Engineer who will be responsible for configuring, maintaining and supporting the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure to ensure its reliable, safe and secure operation. This position would be responsible for maintaining the SCADA and Load Management systems in a complaint manner while demonstrating compliance with applicable regulatory standards.

Overview of the role:

• Design, configure and maintain the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure by NOVEC policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• 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.
• Responsible for procedures and practices related to the physical and cyber security of the SCADA system.
• Program SCADA systems to communicate with field equipment including IEDs, RTUs, and meters.
• Maintain and support SCADA servers, databases, data historian, SCADA one-lines, map board, operator training, historian and engineering workstations, and related Electric Operations systems including ACS, eDNA, ICCP, data integration (transcription, load page), and delivery point meters. Manage NOVEC's relationship with key hardware and software vendors.
• Create and update SCADA operator displays and databases.
• Ensure communications and coordination with Power Supply to implement peak demand load shedding programs.
• Responsible for Department functions and roles related to OT Cyber Security Plan and OT Cyber Incident Response Plan.
• Coordinate SCADA infrastructure and display activities with NOVEC's Electric Operations staff.
• Coordinate ICCP database and coordinate data exchange with outside entities.
• Participate in internal and external audits as a subject matter expert.
• May provide supervision for 1-3 SCADA Analysts responsible for the administration and technical support of the SCADA and Load Management system (may be involved in performance management, goal setting, and development plans for employees).
• Provide technical support to internal staff for maintained systems.
• Direct and assist in recovery efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Three or more years of experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting SCADA or equivalent distributed control systems (DCS) is required.

Professional Skills and Abilities:

• Strong computer and networking skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Windows operating systems, LINUX, Microsoft Office, virtualization, access control/authorization, security event monitoring, and configuration management software.
• Demonstrated proficiency with administrating, programming, and troubleshooting real-time SCADA systems and displays.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Power System Operations concepts, processes, and procedures.
• Basic understanding of NERC CIP standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with people having varying technical skill levels.
• Ability to manage projects and time effectively to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, with little to no supervision.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and incentive plan
• Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center
• Survivor and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Annual Company Events

NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not offer sponsorship for this position.

About Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative

Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) is a locally based and locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 170,000 homes and businesses located in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park and the Town of Clifton (all in the state of Virginia).

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