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Entity:Production & OperationsJob Family Group:Engineering GroupJob Summary:Located at bp's Whiting Refinery in Whiting, Indiana, the Process Computing/Cyber Specialist’s main responsibility is to ensure the availability and reliability of the Process Control infrastructure within the refinery. This includes:
Support of the Firewall and all Process Control networks connected to it. This includes network security.
Support for the servers and workstations connected to those networks, the interfaces between them, and all related disaster recovery functions. This includes hardware & software maintenance/upgrades/replacement.
Supporting the PI historian, developing, and supporting process control related applications, and implementing new technologies in support of Whiting Refinery goals.
Cyber security activities for all the Whiting Process Control networks using AV, Whitelisting, operating system patching. This includes reviewing project changes to the networks to guarantee the project is meeting BP Digital Security requirements.
Job Description:Key Accountabilities
Supervises and maintains the existing networks, with particular focus on providing reliability and security. Guides the expansion of this network as needed.
Monitors/maintains/upgrades the redundant firewalls and implements rule changes as required.
Monitors/maintains/upgrades Windows-based related servers and workstations. Operating systems used include Windows Server and desktop operating systems.
Supervises and maintains existing Visual Studio.Net (C, VB), VBA, and script-based applications. Develops new applications as requested using a combination of Visual Studio.Net tools and 3rd party API and SDK software.
Supervises/maintains/upgrades PI and High Availability (HA) PI3 databases and interfaces to these databases (PINET, PItoPI, OPC (DA,HDA, and UA), custom).
Works with plant personnel and other members of the team to evaluate new technologies that will provide value for the Whiting Refinery.
Serves as a technical support resource to plant personnel for computing related systems/applications (e.g. Security, Weather Monitoring, Corrosion Monitoring, etc. as well as general computing-related questions) as required.
Provides troubleshooting expertise for all maintained computer/control systems 24/7.
Maintain Digital Security of systems by reviewing and implementing BP Digital Security requirement.
Supervises/maintains/upgrades Alarm/DCS management software
Monitors/maintains/develops Site Digital Security needs and requirements
Monitors/maintains/upgrades VMware ESXi host servers, virtual machines, and vSAN through vCenter management server.
Monitors/maintains/develops Disaster Recovery Planning and Practice
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
Knowledge of network hardware devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, and cabling.
Programming experience using Visual Studio.Net (VB, C, or C), VBA, or scripting.
Knowledge of basic networking protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, FTP, SNMP, etc.
Knowledge of server and workstation hardware and operating systems.
Preferred Experience
3+ years of experience supporting process control related computer systems 24 x 7 in the refining or petrochemical industry or in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with AVEVA PI database and interfaces.
Experience with Process Control Systems such as Honeywell TDC/TPS/Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Allen-Bradley PLC’s, etc.
Required Skills
System administration experience with all supported MS Windows operating server and desktop systems
Experience with INTEL-based server and workstation hardware
Experience with AVEVA PI database and interfaces
Programming experience using Visual C/C, Visual Basic, VBA, and scripting
Experience with basic networking protocols including, TCP/IP, DNS, FTP, SNMP, etc.
Experience with firewall usage and rules
Experience with network hardware devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, and cabling
Experience with all Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Visio
Experience with Process Control Systems such as Honeywell TDC/TPS/Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Allen-Bradley PLC’s, etc.
Ability to work independently and within small teams
Ability to work with personnel at all levels of an organization
Certifications / Licenses
Preferred: CNE, CCNA, MCP, MCSE, PE license
Physical Demands
Able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100lbs (working with another team member) such as servers, workstations, switches other computer equipment.
Able to use basic hand tools, portable power tools such as drills, power screwdrivers, etc.
Why join our team?At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others.We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are significant, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and others benefits.Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future. Here at bp, we’re on a mission, and we need YOU to help us achieve it. Engineering is the backbone of our integrated energy company – and key to turning our resources into products that meet the increasing demand for energy. We are looking for engineering experts who are passionate about upholding our standard of safety and reliability, and who are excited to work in a technically complex and innovative environment where hydrocarbons are converted, upgraded and blended into products that people all over the planet will use. Does that sound like you? If so, don’t waste any time! Apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations.Travel RequirementNegligible travel should be expected with this roleRelocation Assistance:Relocation may be negotiable for this roleRemote Type:This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Allen Bradley PLC, Analytical Thinking, Asset Life Cycle Management, Automation system digital security, Commercial acumen, Commissioning, start-up and handover, Communication, Competency Management, Creativity and Innovation, Digital fluency, Earthing and grounding systems, Electrical operational safety, Emerson DeltaV, Factory acceptance testing, Financial Management, Fire and gas philosophy, Functional Safety, Hazard Identification, Hazard identification and protection layer definition, Honeywell Experion, Instrument and protective systems, Management of change, Network Technologies {+ 4 more}Legal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
