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Job Title : Process Control System Analyst - IT/OT
Location : Elk Grove, CA
Duration : 12 Months
Onsite Role
Description :
The client is seeking a Process Control Systems Analyst (PCSA) assigned to one of the client's facility. The Operational Technology (OT) networks are air-gapped and isolated from standard business networks and require on-premises administration. As a result, this position requires fulltime onsite presence. The contractor will partner with the OT (Operational Technology) programming team to administer, maintain, and operate our real time Plant Computer Control System (PCCS), which is a Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, along with the associated servers, workstations, and network components. The selected individual will interact with internal customers to understand, diagnose, and troubleshoot technical problems, as well as various other technical projects as assigned. Information Technology (IT) skills are highly transferrable to OT environments and are a desired skillset.
Key responsibilities include :
- Diagnose and correct database and system issues; configure database parameters for DCS/SCADA/PLC systems.
- Maintain robust backup and archive retrieval systems for process control systems and related databases.
- Perform troubleshooting of hardware and software failures across DCS/SCADA/PLC and networked environments.
- Document technical issues, resolutions, and perform tracking of assigned work in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Support patch management and maintenance of Windows based operating systems
- Support maintenance of a Windows Enterprise Domain including management of Active Directory and Group Policy
- Update and maintain internally tracked asset inventories
Minimum qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Programming/Networking, Industrial Automation; OR Four (4) years of full-time experience in the administration, operations, and/or maintenance of industrial control systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC).
Desirable Skills Include :
- Experience with industrial control systems and OT hardware, software, and network architecture.
- Experience with network configurations and IEEE communication protocols relevant to industrial control.
- Competence in administering servers, workstations (e.g., Windows), and LAN environments used in process control data management.
- Technical problem solving and customer service with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to produce clear technical documentation, including test plans and cases
- Asset and inventory tracking skills
- Familiarity with virtualization software and management
- Familiarity with Enterprise cybersecurity management
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell
Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply
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