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Dominion Energy Network Specialist - Power Generation Controls - Richmond, VA in Richmond, Virginia

414209BR

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414209BR

Company:

Dominion Energy

Job Code:

Operations_ Specialist

Job Description:

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Network Specialist - Power Generation Controls and Operational Technology

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

Job Summary

Dominion Energy's Power Generation Business Unit seeks a Generation Network Specialist to support the Power Generation fleet (non-nuclear) with network devices, network architecture, and network communications security which are part of the Industrial Control System (ICS) environments and ICS Cyber Security environments. This position is located at Dominion Energy’s Thomas F. Farrell II Building, 600 E. Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia.

The successful candidate will be able to provide the support noted below in accordance with standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements, for the Power Generation fleet and its auxiliaries:

  • Support ICS managed network device configurations (e.g. network switches, firewalls, routers) and architectures in a high availability environment and support ICS project implementations and modifications. (ICS e.g.: Distributed Control Systems “DCS”, Programmable Logic Controller systems “PLC”, SCADA)

  • Manage, configure, install, troubleshoot, and provide oversight for network devices and network services associated with ICS systems, ICS Cyber Security networks, and communication interfaces within an industrial production environment.

  • Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including replacement, service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations.

  • Troubleshoot and Analyze network Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, and Intrusion Detection Systems. Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for networking issues.

  • Architect and implement network designs.

  • Provide network engineering expertise in the disciplines of core routing, core switching, network security, network diagnostics, and load balancing.

  • Monitor regulatory requirements, industry trends, and potential impacts to Power Generation operating systems networks and produce risk communications.

  • Monitor system performance, connectivity, and resource utilization.

  • Provide strategic planning for maintaining the ICS system networks and ICS Cyber Security networks.

  • Follow change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.

  • Act as a mentor to other staff members to broaden network knowledge and technical expertise across the team.

  • Serve as corporate liaison with the plant personnel to assure compliance with Power Generation Engineering and corporate policies, and procedures.

  • Support the strategic management of network device information and configurations for Power Generation ICS and ICS Cyber Security related network devices.

  • Address ICS-CERT identified vulnerabilities and resolve in coordination with Power Generation Regulatory Compliance (PGRC) and the plant cyber security personnel.

  • Perform firewall rule reviews and investigation.

  • Ensure system drawings and documentation are revised as needed.

  • Coordinate with Power Generation and Corporate Cyber Security, Compliance, and IT for enterprise firewall rule change requests as needed.

  • Serve as a cyber security team member and uphold responsibilities in support of the fleet and related cyber security project implementations including cyber security event follow-ups in coordination with the Incident Response Team.

  • This position will require out-of-town and overnight travel. During periods of project implementation or outages, travel may be required approximately 51-75% of the time. Up to 50% may be required at other times.

Position Title:

Network Specialist - Power Generation Controls - Richmond, VA

Job Category:

Network

Minimum Education Required:

High School/GED

City*:

Richmond

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Required: 7+ years of experience in network design, management/programming and deployment, firewall configurations, network switch configurations, and network security (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications; A an advanced degree can count as one year experience)

  • Strong networking foundations and experience in the development of network design architecture, topologies, and security.

  • Strong experience with Firewalls, Routers and Network Switches.

  • Experience working in high availability network environments.

  • Experienced in assessing and resolving complex data network problems and incidents.

  • Strong level of understanding of IT/OT security principles, technologies, and best practices.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments concurrently and manage deadlines.

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills;

  • Ability to successfully work both independently and in a team environment to identify errors, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions with minimal oversight.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

  • Network experience with with Industrial Control Systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA) and third-party datalink protocols (e.g. Modbus, DNP, ABPLC).

  • Microsoft/Cisco device and system administration experience.

  • Experience working in an industrial production environment.

  • Network Certifications.

  • Cyber Security Certifications.

  • Cisco certifications.

Knowledge, skills and experience will determine salary level.

*Relocation assistance can be provided to the successful eligible candidate.

To military applicants: Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined.

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Education Requirements

Education Level:

Bachelor Degree is required (or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education)

Disciplines Preferred: Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Sciences (other disciplines may be substituted for the approved disciplines stated above at discretion of the hiring manager)

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Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

A valid driver's license is required.

Cisco certifications preferred

Working Conditions

Travel 51-75%

Cold Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

State*:

Virginia

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