System Administrator for Renewable Energy Infrastructure

Radian Generation is seeking a System Administrator for their Security Operations Center in Guadalajara, Mexico. The role involves monitoring OT networks, managing system integrity, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security measures in compliance with NERC CIP and other standards. Candidates should have a technical degree or relevant OT experience, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of server and network management. The position requires flexibility for shift work in a 24/7 operation.
About Radian Generation

Radian Generation is a global provider of critical technology-forward services designed to support the comprehensive lifecycle of renewable facilities, including solar, wind, and energy storage.

We serve developers, owners, and operators with critical insights into each aspect of their assets to make better-informed decisions. Our company is committed to supporting greater diversity in the renewable energy industry.

As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Summary:

Our team is seeking a skilled System Administrator to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) in Mexico.

The ideal candidate will have experience in NERC CIP-regulated environments, compliance programs, or standard-driven environments such as PCI-DSS, NIST, and ISO-27001.

Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor OT networks for security threats and vulnerabilities, assisting in incident responses.
• Execute standard operating procedures and adhere to company policies.
• Maintain system integrity through routine management of backup and recovery services, file and disk management, and virus protection.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Perform design, implementation, and administration of complex computing environments in power generation, involving systems like Windows servers and workstations, network and security hardware from Hirschmann, Palo-Alto, and Cisco, communications via ISP services, storage solutions such as SQL and historians, and substation hardware including SEL, along with UPS and PDU systems.
• Evaluate and review host, system, and network configurations for newly acquired sites, recommending improvements.
• Report on project & ticket statuses and participate in staff and client meetings as required.
• Execute assigned work orders, including support tickets and project tasks, to fulfill obligations under Managed Services Provider (MSP) and Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) contracts for both new and existing customer facilities.
• Execute vulnerability assessments using scanning software, implement mitigation plans for vulnerabilities, and review security, antivirus, traffic, and event logs.
Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you should have:
• A technical degree or 3 years of relevant OT experience; direct or indirect service experience preferred.
• Experience in NERC CIP-regulated environments, compliance programs, or standard-driven environments such as PCI-DSS, NIST, and ISO-27001.
• Knowledgeable in server hardware, OS management, networking, cybersecurity, and data storage and recovery.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively and make decisions independently.
Working Conditions:

This position is based in Mexico and requires flexibility to adapt to various schedules as needed.

Shift Work: This role operates on a 24/7 operation center, requiring staff to work from late afternoon to late night, including weekends and holidays.