Tech Lead- IT BSD OMS GIS Control Ctrs

Description

Come join us at Con Edison as a Tech Lead - Systems Specialist, where you will be responsible for leading system development and vendor implementation efforts, from project initiation through post implementation support. This role will report to IT BSD OMS. This role will initiate the efforts, lead the internal IT Outage Management Systems (OMS) and cross-functional teams as required, engage vendors and company stakeholders, and monitor and control all project activity throughout the project life cycle.This individual will have management responsibility over several IT employees and contractors. They will act as the liaison between product owners, architects, development team members, trainers, testers, and analysts to build and maintain enterprise-level software solutions. They will also be responsible for working on all aspects of new applications development as well as vendor systems implementations: Planning, Requirements Gathering, Business Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Quality Assurance, Training, Implementation, and on-ongoing Technical Support. They will work on new application development as well as the on-going enhancement and technical support of the existing IT application portfolio in Business Systems Delivery. They will also work on day-to-day IT administrative tasks, problem solving, and issues resolution.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

Leads and coordinates project activities and routine application support with stakeholders in IT and the Business.

Oversees the design and implementation and overall architecture of the OMS and associated applications.

Works with the IT OMS and Integration partner teams to implement a robust set of services.

Identifies business requirements and creates a plan of action.

Works with the OMS, broader IT team, and business users to optimize the application for maximum speed and scalability.

Coordinates with the Vendors, System Integrators, Product Designers and architects to translate requirements into technology solutions

Leads integration of front-end and back-end aspects of the application.

Act as the requirements governance lead coordinating with the Distribution Control Center and other business stakeholders through the planning and implementation process

Plan and provide Steering committee updates for qualifying projects.

Provide training and demonstration to OMS users as required.

Exercise responsibilities as the lead on OMS initiatives and projects, holding responsibility for developing solutions to business needs and resolving issues as they occur

Provide OMS storm and weather event support services. Serve as the OMS Unit leader on rotation.

Follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures.

Perform other related task and assignment as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

Master's Degree Computer Science, Math/Science, or Engineering (2) years of IT experience or Working experience in supporting IT systems of a large user base, focused on Software engineering, System Analysis, and/or Support or

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Math/Science, or Engineering (3) years of IT experience or Working experience in supporting IT systems of a large user base, focused on Software engineering, System Analysis, and/or Support or

Associate's Degree Computer Science, Math/Science, or Engineering (5) years of IT experience or Working experience in supporting IT systems of a large user base, focused on Software engineering, System Analysis, and/or Support or

High School Diploma/GED (7) years of IT experience or Working experience in supporting IT systems of a large user base, focused on Software engineering, System Analysis, and/or Support Relevant Work Experience

Must have ability to learn new technology as required for the job using documentation and other available resources Required

Experience of leadership and hands-on project management experience Required

Must be able to lead team activities, perform project management functions and deliver complex and critical projects. Required

Strong skills and experience with MS Office or similar suite. Word Excel, PowerPoint, MS Visio, MS Project. Required

Anticipate, identify and manage resolutions of critical obstacles Required

Able to act as a coach and mentor for assigned team members with the ability to transfer knowledge to various audiences. Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills Required

Flexibility to work on multiple assignments with changing priorities and stay on schedule/on budget Required

Ability to present at different levels of management Required

Experience in troubleshooting data flow components and applications to ensure seamless operation Required

Ability to write and Optimize database queries to extract and manipulate data efficiently Required

Experience in evaluating and assessing technology architecture components for optimal performance Required

Strong knowledge of Network management systems, Electric Model administration Preferred

Knowledge of architecture and programming/scripting experience Preferred Skills and Abilities

Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines

Develops and delivers effective presentations

Effective interpersonal skills Licenses and Certifications

Driver's License Required Physical Demands

Sit or stand to answer a phone for the duration of the workday

Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday Additional Physical Demands

Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.