System Administrator I – OT Applications

RWE

. Monitor daily system health and uptime metrics across OT environments; recognize anomalies, document initial findings, and escalate according to defined procedures .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor daily system health and uptime metrics across OT environments; recognize anomalies, document initial findings, and escalate according to defined procedures
Perform entry-level hardware and endpoint support, including approved hard drive, memory, and peripheral replacements under direct supervision
Execute established maintenance checklists for backups, log validation, scheduled jobs, and routine system health checks; record results accurately
Fulfill Tier 1 requests such as user provisioning support, password resets, account lockout resolution, and approved software installation on endpoint devices
Update asset and configuration records with hardware changes, server names, configuration versions, locations, and warranty information
Assist with basic virtual machine activities, including cloning approved templates and controlled VM shutdown or startup for maintenance and patching
Validate and correct inventory information such as IP address assignments, hostnames, system locations, and equipment labels
Assist senior administrators with field activities, including rack installation, cable management, component replacement, and controlled physical system reboots
Support NERC CIP readiness by shadowing compliance walkthroughs, documenting physical and logical access points, and maintaining complete evidence records
Prepare for system patching by staging approved updates and helping test deployment scripts in non-production or sandbox environments
Follow established SOPs for backups, patch staging, access provisioning, log checks, and endpoint maintenance; stop and escalate when conditions fall outside approved procedures
Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities to build foundational knowledge of cybersecurity, disaster recovery, OT operations, and compliance reporting
Troubleshoot straightforward issues using documented procedures and escalate complex issues after initial triage
Work closely with senior staff and field operations; participate in training and shadowing to build technical knowledge
Operate under direct supervision, complete assigned technical tasks, and have no supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Entry-level industry certification(s) relevant to systems administration, infrastructure, or cybersecurity preferred
Minimum 1 year of relevant IT experience and minimum 2 years of relevant OT experience
Foundational understanding of system administration, server monitoring, endpoint maintenance, backups, log review, patch preparation, and access provisioning
Ability to follow documented procedures and checklists precisely in operational and compliance-sensitive environments
Basic familiarity with Windows-based systems, virtualization concepts, Active Directory, endpoint tools, and asset or configuration management records
Ability to troubleshoot straightforward user and system issues, capture accurate technical details, and escalate effectively
Clear written and verbal communication, careful documentation practices, and willingness to learn from senior technical staff and field operations
Ability to work safely around production infrastructure and travel to field or office locations as business needs require
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time
The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for extended periods and perform supervised work around server, rack, and endpoint equipment in accordance with established safety practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Short-term incentives