IT Operations Data Historian Administrator

Accountabilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise data historian platforms to ensure high availability, reliability, and optimal system performance.
• Manage time-series data collection processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency across operational systems.
• Configure and optimize data tags, compression settings, retention policies, and ingestion pipelines.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, backups, recovery procedures, and general Windows-based server administration.
• Troubleshoot data issues such as latency, gaps, and integrity problems while improving system stability and performance.
• Support real-time and batch data flows while collaborating with cross-functional IT, engineering, and operations teams.
• Develop documentation, operational procedures, and best practices to support system governance and user adoption.
• Identify automation opportunities and optimize data queries, reporting, and storage strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience with data historian platforms such as OSIsoft PI, AVEVA/Wonderware Historian, Ignition, or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of time-series data management, industrial protocols (OPC, MQTT, Modbus), and data collection systems.
• Experience with Windows Server environments and core system administration principles.
• Proficiency in scripting and querying languages such as SQL, PowerShell, and/or Python.
• Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals including DNS, TCP/IP, and firewall concepts.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary range: $102,000 – $154,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for performance-based compensation aligned with role impact and contribution.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and long-term career growth.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial systems and mission-critical data environments.
• Inclusive and safety-focused workplace culture emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
• Remote work eligibility within select U.S. states, with occasional travel for collaboration and meetings.

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