IT System Build Coordinator

DESCRIPTION:
Provide a wide range of technological oversight, coordination and assistance for Energy Management System replacement including:

- Tracking hardware, software, networks, Firewalls and system configuration issues, in coordination with vendors.
- Providing support for the new system build and staging in SCADA/EMS environment.
- Adhering to Change Control and Configuration Management practices as defined by the company.
- Coordinating systems integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Plans and coordinates all aspects of technical/infrastructure build (install, configure, change management, support testing activities, implement, support eight week build warrantee period) from initiation through design and delivery.
- Serves as liaison between technical and non-technical teams, in internal organizations as well as in client and vendor/subcontractor organizations, to ensure targets and requirements are met.
- Create, maintain and support extensive build and test environments (Development/Integration/Staging).
- Support and enhance build and release processes through automation using a combination of processes, existing tools and enhancements.
- Coordinate release activities with internal groups such as Release Management, Project Management, QA, and System Development teams to ensure a smooth and trouble-free roll out of releases.
- Manage, deploy and support multiple concurrent releases through various test environments.
- Manage and maintain multiple test environments, ensuring that these environments are properly setup, configured, and available as scheduled.
- Trace complex build problems, release issues and environment issues in a multi-component environment. Applies technical knowledge to drive and/or resolve highly complex technical issues.Monitors work of assigned team, providing technical and analytical support and direction.
- Manages risks, issues/problems, and activity progress to ensure goals are achieved. Assists with problem resolution or risk mitigation as needed.

SKILLS:

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

- BS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or related field is required.
- Candidates NEED TO HAVE at least 5 - 10 years experience.
- Analytical and troubleshooting skills including systems development and implementation experience in a SCADA/EMS environment.
- Experience with software build tools, Scripting languages and other software skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Windows Operating System.
- Maintaining SCADA/EMS systems.
- Working knowledge of telecommunications, RTUs, and end devices.
- Work experience in the utility industries.
- Creates acceptance test plans and acceptance criteria.
- Experience with Active Directory