Control Systems Administrator

• Monitor operational technology systems including train control communications SCADA systems alarm systems signal and highway grade crossing warning systems and dispatch communications.
• Respond to alarms incidents and outages affecting operational systems.
• Maintain operational uptime and system availability.
• Maintain fiber optic backbone infrastructure and communications transport systems.
• Administer Ethernet switching infrastructure supporting operational technology networks.
• Support voice communications systems including VoIP platforms dispatch communications and intercom systems.
• Configure and maintain network devices including switches and communications equipment.
• Maintain VLAN segmentation and IP addressing for operational networks.
• Maintain configuration backups and system records.
• Diagnose and repair fiber optic communication failures network outages and system faults.
• Coordinate repairs with contractors and vendors for issues that exceed in-house capabilities or required timelines.
• Perform preventative maintenance on communications and control systems.
• Maintain infrastructure diagrams fiber allocation records and system documentation.
• Document configuration changes incidents and maintenance activities.
• Maintain inventory records for communications infrastructure equipment.
• Assures adequate supply of capital spares.
• Provide technical support to Operations Control Center personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A minimum of an Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics or comparable degree relating to electricity and/or electronics. Minimum of five (5) years experience in related and relevant work may be substituted for degree(s).
• Computer systems familiarity is required -- either coursework or actual experience in network management.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in highly stressful conditions.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills; ability to work with fellow employees and vendors.
• Valid drivers license with a safe and insurable driving record.
• Willingness to work varied shift hours varied days off holidays and extended hours as may be needed to respond to operational circumstances.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as generic computer and keyboarding skills.
• Superior record concerning safety attitude attendance and work performance.
• Solid business writing and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to and from Michigan City.
• Close home proximity to the Operations Control Center in Michigan City.

• Railroad operational technology environments.
• Fiber optic communications infrastructure and backbone networks
• Ethernet switching and TCP/IP networking
• VLAN segmentation and network security fundamentals
• SCADA communications and industrial control systems
• Voice communications systems including VoIP and dispatch communications
• Network monitoring logging and alarm management systems
• System documentation configuration management and asset inventory

NICTD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class assuming the individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

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