IT / OT Systems Administrator

About Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency

The Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency (KYMEA) is a joint-public agency dedicated to serving the energy needs of municipal electric utilities across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Founded to deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable power, KYMEA provides wholesale power supply, energy market services, and operational support to its member communities.

Our portfolio includes diverse generation resourcesfrom renewable energy projects to traditional power facilitiesensuring resiliency and long-term stability for the communities we serve. At KYMEA, we value collaboration, innovation, and integrity. We are proud to support local growth, provide meaningful career opportunities, and play a vital role in energizing Kentucky's communities.

As part of a growing organization, we are seeking a detail-oriented and versatile professional to join our team.

About the role

The IT / OT Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration, support, and security of the company's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and underlying communication networks. This role bridges traditional informational technology (IT) with operational technology (OT), ensuring the reliability, performance, and protection of KYMEA's critical infrastructure. The administrator will collaborate closely with both IT and Operations to deliver seamless, secure, and innovative solutions.

• System Administration : Manage and maintain SCADA servers, workstations, databases, and related hardware / software.
• Network & Communications : Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot communication systems including TCP / IP / Ethernet, fiber optic, radio, and cellular networks.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance : Implement and maintain OT / ICS security controls (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention) and support compliance with standards such as NERC CIP.
• Troubleshooting & Support : Diagnose and resolve SCADA / ICS issues, including communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, ICCP). Provide 24 / 7 on-call support for urgent needs.
• System Upgrades : Plan and execute system upgrades, integrations, and expansions in collaboration with engineers and contractors.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain accurate system documentation and support reporting for monitoring, risk management, and audits.
• Emerge ncy Response : Support outage response, emergency drills, and provide training to operational staff.

Qualifications

This position offers a salary range of $103,907 – $130,710 annually , based on experience and qualifications.

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