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Scada Engineer

Company:
Optomi
Location:
Westchester County, NY
Posted:
May 11, 2025
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Description:

Senior System Analyst – SCADA

(Hybrid Westchester, NY OR Bronx, NY 3x a week on-site)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior System Analyst – SCADA. This position plays a critical role in the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. The selected candidate will contribute to maintaining the reliability, availability, and cybersecurity of essential IT/OT infrastructure, with a particular focus on real-time operational technology within a utility environment.

The role involves hands-on responsibilities, including application troubleshooting, support for system upgrades, and active participation in a major SCADA system replacement initiative commencing later this year. The Senior System Analyst will work collaboratively with both field personnel and technical teams, assist in testing and documentation efforts, and engage with advanced SCADA technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the implementation, integration, and day-to-day operations of SCADA systems

Contribute to lifecycle planning and execution for SCADA system upgrades and transitions

Collaborate with field technicians to configure, test, and troubleshoot communication with field devices

Assist in gathering technical and functional requirements and participate in system testing and documentation

Monitor SCADA applications and database performance, responding promptly to system or cybersecurity incidents

Troubleshoot SCADA software issues to ensure system availability, reliability, and safety

Participate in Disaster Recovery exercises and Business Continuity initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with 1–4 years of direct SCADA experience

Associate’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of SCADA experience

High School Diploma/GED with at least 5 years of relevant SCADA experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AVEVA Enterprise SCADA (formerly OASyS DNA) or comparable SCADA platforms

Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and protective controls

Proficiency in .NET and/or Microsoft SQL for application development or scripting

Demonstrated involvement in SCADA upgrade projects and associated testing procedures

Background in regulated industries or critical infrastructure environments

Additional Requirements:

Must be available to work onsite a minimum of three (3) days per week at designated NYC-area locations (Bronx and Westchester)

Must be available for emergency response duties as part of the System Emergency Assignment

Valid driver’s license is required

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