Job Posting End Date
12-21-2025
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Intermediate level of responsibility to facilitate and maintain programs/ systems/ equipment critical to the AEP generating fleet according to established guidelines and specific work tasks. Has knowledge of program/ system/ equipment requirements and completes assigned work with proficiency. Supports, in collaboration with local and/or remote resources, the forecasting, planning, installation, and commissioning of enhancements to the programs/systems/equipment to meet AEP requirements. Helps site personnel troubleshoot issues.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
Familiarity with the following:
- Networking Knowledge/Experience
- Capable of reviewing Firewall Rules and Access Control Lists (ACLs) to ensure proper electronic access controls are in place.
- Review/understand network switch settings and capable of performing configuration/modifications to switches (e.g., Cisco, Ribbon).
- Basic network troubleshooting skills.
- Understanding of commonly used protocols in the Operational Technology (OT) environment is a plus (e.g., TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3).
- Experience with network tools is a plus such as NMAP, NESSUS, Wireshark, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Operation Technology (OT) Environment
- Experience with Controls, Monitoring, and Protection equipment is a plus. This includes such equipment as DCS (Emerson, ABB, etc…), PLCs (Allen-Bradley Controllogix, GE, Siemens, etc…), Recorders, Historians, GE and SEL Protective relays.
- Understanding of potential vulnerabilities and mitigations. Experience installing patches or upgrading firmware a plus.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting issues.
- Practical knowledge and skill with computers and interfacing to other devices.
- Experience with the configuration and installation of servers, workstations, and appliances a plus.
- Understanding how NIST 800-82 from a cybersecurity perspective applies in the OT environment is a plus.
- Security Frameworks and Standards
- Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and standards is a plus (such as NIST, NERC CIP, and IEC 62443) including NIST Cybersecurity framework (CSF 2.0).
- Core Skillset
- Knowledgeable about computers systems (Windows, Linux, etc…).
- Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Experience with Visio a plus.
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Job duties include:
- Intermediate level of responsibility to configure, administer, implement, and maintain specialized programs/ systems/ equipment to support the Generation Organization.
- Adheres to strict documentation standards for the specialized programs/systems/ equipment to document plans, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate with others to help maintain consistency and continuous improvement within the Generation Organization.
- Coordinates, as needed, required and appropriate specialized training of employees with a thorough understanding of any training elements that are necessary.
- Support the development and maintenance of required OT cybersecurity processes and programs.
- In collaboration with local and/or remote resources, support the administration and implementation of the OT cybersecurity processes and programs for specific sites.
- Works with Plant Staff, Plant Management, and others to support a successful local program for the OT cybersecurity program/system/equipment at specific sites.
- Communicates and collaborates with local personnel to maintain the OT programs/systems/equipment in alignment with Generation’s requirements
- Troubleshoot OT system/equipment hardware and software.
- Reviews plans for changes and/or modifications to networks including but not limited to Firewalls /routers /switches.
- Perform other project-related support activities as assigned.
- Participates in implementing projects associated with any new program requirements or system/equipment upgrades or repairs.
- Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to perform routine work.
- Assures safety of all activities.
What we are looking for:
Technical Specialist SG7
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable technical field
- Or Associate’s degree with 2 years of relevant work experience.
Experience:
- In addition to any experience required above, 6 years of direct experience and intermediate level knowledge of the specialized programs/ systems/ equipment is typically required for this particular role.
Technical Specialist Senior SG8
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable technical field
- Or Associate’s degree with 2 years of relevant work experience.
Experience:
- In addition to any experience required above, 8 years of direct experience and journey level knowledge of the specialized programs/ systems/ equipment is typically required for this particular role.
In addition:
- Physical demand level varies depending on specific job duties/requirements.
Where you’ll work:
This role sits on site in Tulsa Oklahoma area
What you’ll get:
Technical Specialist SG7($86,783.00-$108,480.50)
Technical Specialist Senior SG8($98,032.00-$127,439.50)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-007
Compensation Range:
$85,081.00 - $124,940.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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