Description

Operational Technology Communications & Network Manager

Posting Date:December 10, 2024

Job Posting Number:            2024-055

Pay Grade:11

Department:Engineering, Engineering Services

Location:Keystone Heights

Classification:                         Exempt

Notes:This is a current position

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. does not sponsor employment visas.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request by emailing [email protected] or by calling 352-473-8000, EXT 8264 or 8270.  Please be advised that this assistance is available for individuals who require accommodation due to disability.

Classification Summary:

The individual in the position allocated to this class performs highly advanced, professional, complex technical work associated with the project management, design and development of the internal operational communications needs for the cooperative.

Primary responsibilities include major project planning and management of advanced operational technologies (OT), OT network management, radio telemetry, microwave and mobile radios systems.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer or a Division Manager who reviews assignments on a periodic basis to ensure that the objectives of the division and the department are being met.

Essential Job Functions

(Note:  These job functions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. All employees are expected to demonstrate cooperation in working with others, deal effectively with members and practice safety consciousness.)

1. OT Network.  Assumes complete responsibility for the planning, design, support, and management of the fiberoptic cable system, microwave tower, radio telemetry, cellular and any other communications medium of the OT network.  This includes developing and maintaining a documentation and technical information library, coordinating the review of hardware and software, review of network utilization, monitoring and testing performance, development of necessary policies and procedures, and any other related tasks. 
2. SCADA.  Consults with other departments on long- and short-term needs of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) network.  Assists with the design, configuration, integration and support of the SCADA local and wide area networks and all related software and hardware. 
3. Project Management.  Manages capital improvement projects related to building and enhancing the operational communications network.  Provides leadership and direction to assigned resources (e.g., contractors, consultants, vendors, and other cooperative employees). 
4. Cyber Security.  In coordination with Operations Support, plans and organizes activities related to both cyber and physical security of the OT network.  Responsible for active monitoring and auditing of the network. 
5. Supervision.  Directs, supervises, trains and schedules the work of Engineers, Associate Engineers and other personnel assigned to the section. Directs work of the section in the absence of the Chief Engineer or Division Manager. 
6. Operation of Equipment.  Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and efficient manner and keeps the vehicle clean and orderly, while coordinating any necessary repairs or maintenance items with Fleet Services. Complies with all traffic laws and related safety rules and safe work practices in the Cooperative Safety Manual. 
7. Reports and Studies.  Initiates and carries out important studies, reports and investigations in which a broad knowledge of company practices and policies is necessary. 
8. Promotes Safety.  Practices and promotes safe work habits on a daily basis while documenting safety activities on the proper forms and staying abreast of, adhering to and enforcing the Cooperative Safety Manual.  Is held accountable for their own and their employees’ safety performance. 
9. Other Essential Duties.  Each employee is responsible to perform other duties as required to benefit the Cooperative and its members, including responding to and/or assisting in emergency situations.

Minimum Training and Experience:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in data processing, computer science, information technology, engineering or a related field plus five (5) years of advanced operational technologies and operations network management experience, two (2) years of which was in a lead and/or project manager role.

Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification is required. 

Individuals in this position must maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Broad knowledge of local and wide area network technologies and concepts, including Internet protocol routing and topologies, switching technologies, and virtual LANs, etc.

Knowledge of network equipment and operating systems, including configuration of routers, switches and wireless networks and services such as Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Digital Network Services (DNS) as well as related protocols and authentication standards.

Knowledge of Active Directory service (ADS) and personal computer operating systems such as Windows and Linux.

Knowledge and experience implementing network security protocols and methodologies that extends beyond the use of basic security tools.

Knowledge of communications protocols such as Modbus, BSap, DNP3, TCP/IP, etc.

Knowledge of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and International Society of Automation (ISA) standards applicable to process control and SCADA networks used in the utility industry.

Knowledge of NIST 800-82 and cyber security practices and principles.

Ability to design, configure and support complex WANs.

Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software system problems.

Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams, including system engineers, network engineers, system administrators, and external contractors in area of responsibility.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas and designs to both technical and non-technical staff.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All applicants for employment shall be considered on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental handicap or disability, where otherwise qualified, or marital or veteran status.  Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. treats all employees equally without discrimination in rates of pay and other opportunities for advancement.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. has a drug-free workplace policy.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. participates in E-Verify.  E-Verify electronically compares information entered on the Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, with records contained in Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.  This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

JOB ANALYSIS FORM

for

OT COMMUNICATIONS & NETWORK MANAGER

This form is used to determine the essential function and physical requirements of each

job class for recruitment purposes to comply with the American With Disabilities Act.

Tools, Equipment, Vehicles, or Machinery Used:

Computer, Telephone, Vehicle, Calculator, Copy Machines

Work Conditions:

Communication Requirements:

Physical Requirements of the Job:

Note: - In terms of an 8-hour workday, "Occasionally" equals 1% to 33% of the time, "Frequently" means 34% to 66% of the time, and "Continuously" means 67% to 100% of the time.

Definitions:

1. Simple Grasping- Apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
2. Pushing-Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
3. Pulling-Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
4. Fingering-Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters or must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Some requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.