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Systems Technologist (PLC / SCADA Systems - Development & Integration)Job ID20260359CompanyBC Rapid Transit Co. LtdLocationGreater VancouverFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularEmail this JobMarketing StatementJoin a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years. British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world. Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance. When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Come explore what makes us one of BC?s Top Employers!ResponsibilitiesOVERALL PURPOSE:The Systems Technologist ensures the security, accessibility and reliability of the Operational network, server and applications for BCRTC?s Train Operations Systems. Works with other technologists, technicians, systems specialists and engineers to ensure the network, systems and infrastructure successfully and efficiently support the train operations.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Develops in-depth knowledge of multiple Train Operations systems and supports network architecture, Server and Application design and implementation by: Working closely with other technologists, technicians, systems specialists and engineers and obtaining a great understanding of different train operations systems, software and hardware; Analyzing current and future states of the Operations network; designing and implementing a multi-layered Train Operations network architecture; developing roadmaps to address gaps; Applying American Public Transportation Association (APTA), Center of Internet Security Standards (CIS) and other industry recognized standards; Evaluating, recommending and integrating new systems technology into the Train Operations network; Participating in defining specifications for the procurement of hardware and software for the Train Operations infrastructure.Provides Systems Technologist expertise on projects related to Train Operations systems by: Meeting with BCRTC?s business units, the Asset Integration Office, and other stake holders to determinenetwork and systems requirements; Assisting with the integration of Capital projects and supporting the connection of new systems to the Train Operations network; Working independently or under the direction of Systems Manager to prepare detailed cost estimates, material selection, manpower requirement and schedule for an assigned project; Creating, testing and monitoring pilot projects and assessing results; Maintaining an up to date awareness of network and systems technologies and making recommendations to the Manager regarding the application of these technologies.Administers, maintains and improves the security and performance of BCRTC Train Operations network, servers and systems technologies by: Developing and supporting the Train Operations network Security Zone, a critical security layer through which all Train Operations information/data securely passes through to external applications and Users Designing, maintaining and administering systems access control, including Group Policy/Group Management (GPGM) and the centralized logging of access to file