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DuPont Data Technician in Richmond, Virginia
At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world.
If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you!
We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.
WHY JOIN US?
Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter!
Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results.
Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!
Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.
The Control Systems Technician (CST) assists and supports plant personnel in configuration and maintenance of components of the control system including the control system networks across all three production units at the site. Among the control system maintenance key focus area of this position will be in network security relevant tasks like managing user access, endpoint security deployment, support to vulnerability management, and network component configuration. That also includes user education, user software and hardware support, troubleshooting support and monitoring of essential systems and software. The CST will apply control system and network knowledge to support the development, implementation, commissioning, and ongoing validation of plant systems. The CST will work with a team of Technicians and Engineers to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve the process automation systems in the plant. The CST will be a member of the site Automation and Process Control team (30 people) with impact on day-to-day operations as well as future success of the facility. As such the CST will also support project teams to realize the objectives of technical programs and projects involving automation and process control technology. Continued technical and professional development is required in this position to ensure the facility remains up to date on control system and network technology.
RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION
Works closely with Site Automation and Process Control Technology Leaders and Team members, Maintenance, IT, and other Technicians to support the business, production unit and user needs and priorities.
Provide network support for the Process Control Networks at the site, incl. regular maintenance and monitoring of network assets, backup systems and vulnerability assessment tools.
Implement improvements in systems capabilities that will increase system security and control system reliability.
Monitor and assure endpoint security of process control system components.
Support implementation of network changes and expansions
Your key responsibilities will be/what you’ll do:
Safeguards information system assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems.
Protects system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources.
Recognizes problems by identifying abnormalities, reporting violations.
Implements security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
Determines security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits.
Upgrades system by implementing and maintaining security controls.
Keeps users informed by preparing performance reports, communicating system status.
System Monitoring (Backups, Patch status, Antivirus)
Supports Incident response and investigation
Maintains Asset Inventory and classification
Automates and manages existing automation of process functions
Ensures that the control software management is adequate and applied to achieve the site’s goals.
Provides support, basic administration of control systems including monitoring and upkeep of applications.
Acts as a resource for operations and maintenance, coaches' teams and individuals' tasks and activities associated with area of responsibility.
Assists in developing and achieving control system goals and ensures tasks are completed.
Member of a team that provides support, as needed, to control systems across the site for reliable 24/7 operation of production assets.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
HS Diploma or G.E.D (required)
Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.
Hands-on experience analyzing network logs, network data
Experience with vulnerability management (preferred)
Knowledge of network architecture and design
3+ years of relevant experience
Good track record in troubleshooting and problem solving.
Assignment will require occasional on-call support.
Special Consideration given to candidates with Associate Degree in Network Administration, Cyber Security or similar, relevant Certifications like CISCO Certifications or Microsoft Certifications
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(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ _For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .