Description
This contract System Administrator 3 position will work within Operational Infrastructure (JOV subgroup within Transmission Technology (JO) group in the IT (J) business line. JOV provides hardware maintenance lifecycle support for the Control Center systems. JOV also provides General Support System (GSS) infrastructure maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, emergency response, client support, system energization/acceptance testing, and performance analysis and trending.
With the Manager and technical lead oversight, use professional level skills/ knowledge to perform system administration of the following systems, including the following:
Configuring applicable software and systems, maintaining local documentation, installing/updating/removing software, applying change control processes and procedures, planning and preparing for future growth, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, and performing system-related training for the following systems:
Virtualization Management, (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, KVM).
VMware Virtual Machine, Hypervisor Management and Infrastructure deployment.
Software Defined Networking, i.e. VMWare NSX, Cisco ACI.
Antivirus, antimalware, and malicious code prevention.
Storage services, i.e. SAN, NAS & Virtual
Deploying virtual services using automation, i.e, Aria Automation, Terraform, Ansible.
Management of Windows Server & REHL operating systems.
Cyber Vulnerability Assessment and Mitigation Research.
Patch Management in an enterprise environment.
Windows infrastructure, i.e. active directory, group policy, PKI, et al
With the Manager oversight and approval provide the following support:
Research, test and draft / document standardized technical procedures for the deployment of computer hardware and associated operating systems; organize, store and dispose of superseded documents in accordance with Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards.
Perform regular assessments of newly discovered vulnerabilities on a wide range of operational network devices, computer systems devices and various software packages. Document patch and vulnerability applicability assessments and recommend vulnerability mitigation options. Report any concerns to the manager.
Implement, design, and maintain least privileged and role-based access control models.
Research, test and document standardized technical procedures for the deployment of computer hardware and associated operating systems for final review and approval by the manager /staff.
Respond to client support issues utilizing change management software to process and complete the tasks necessary for resolution of technical client issues; unusually complex issues may include involvement of the appropriate the manager or team lead.
Maintain files / filing system(s) in accordance with compliance requirements. File and disperse documents/letters as appropriate. Validate that all official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes. Maintain file records in accordance with the Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures.
Provide advice and recommendations for process / procedural changes that may become necessary due to system changes, upgrades, etc. to the appropriate manager / team lead / stakeholders.
Provide input and recommendations to the manager, technical lead and staff, regarding computer infrastructure decisions and create tasks to fulfill management-directed goals.
Support and assist the team lead and North American Electric Reliability Corporation - Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC-CIP) subject matter experts (SMEs) with implementing, analyzing, and reporting on the operational compliance of all Control Center cyber assets.
Develop, draft and recommend improvements to the Control Center's procedures and processes for compliance with NERC-CIP standards and policies.
Develop, draft and recommend improvements to the Control Center's procedures and processes for the Grid Modernization project, as well as other capital and expense projects.
Assist the management with the implementation and promotion of approved operational compliance process improvement efforts, specifically as relates to the administration of the above referenced systems.
Qualifications
A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a directly related technical discipline is preferred.
With an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in applicable fields, 8 years of experience is required.
Without an applicable degree, 10 years of experience is required.
Experience must include direct work experience in Information Technology performing System Administration.
Experience includes a minimum combination of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
2 years' experience with the following:
Working knowledge and experience sufficient to successfully support, troubleshoot and maintain a virtualized compute environment.
Working knowledge and experience sufficient to successfully support, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Windows infrastructure using active directory, group policy, Powershell, and other Windows utilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Administration of virtualization technologies including VMWare, Hyper-V, Nutanix, KVM, etc.
Experience administering computer systems in a 24/7 high availability operational environment.
Administration and maintenance of network systems infrastructure management tools or systems including anti-virus, patch deployment, log management, software deployment and backup and recovery functions.
Experience in researching vulnerabilities and deploying security patches in a large IT infrastructure environment.
Experience with administering both network and host-based firewalls.
Experience troubleshooting LAN connectivity problems.
Experience using specific technologies such as Splunk, Remote Desktop Services, IIS, Wireshark, App-V, Tripwire, Trend Micro, LANDesk, Puppet Enterprises, Checkpoint Firewall, Veeam backup, HP and Cisco server hardware, KVM hardware
Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, Python.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.
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