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Role: OT Solutions Architect
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wokingham (Onsite)
Ready to utilize your skills in designing and to implement OT solutions and grow your carrier with TCS?
We have an exciting role for you as OT Solutions Architect
Careers at TCS: It means more
TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.
* Shape the future of TCS.
* Be part of an exciting team who challenge themselves every day.
* Grow your career, while being exposed to new technologies.
The Role
As an OT Solutions Architect you will work within the Networks and Control Program (NCP). The NCP area comprises of SCADA (GE EMS, and Reliance), Data Historian, Operator Console and a number of OT applications and Protocols that are typically used in Power Utilities industry. The primary responsibility includes designing and implementing robust OT solutions that enhance the efficiency, reliability, and security of NESO operations.
Key responsibilities:
Solution Design and Architecture:
* Discuss with Lead Architect and develop and maintain comprehensive OT architecture frameworks and roadmaps as applicable.
* Involve with the teams to design and implement OT solutions that integrate with existing other OT and IT systems and infrastructure.
* Ensure that OT solutions align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Application and Protocol Management:
* Evaluate, select, and implement OT applications such as Data Historian, Reimagination of Operator Console, Simulators, CIM, GIS and other Situational Awareness applications etc.
* Oversee the use of OT communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP3, ICCP, IEC104, IEC101.
* Security and Compliance: Ensure OT solutions adhere to cybersecurity best practices and comply with relevant standards (e.g., NIS-D, NERC CIP, ISO 27001).
* Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to protect OT systems from potential threat.
Further Responsibilities Include:
* Engage with stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements, create the design, and assist dev team to execute on deliverables.
* Work closely with Solution Teams, end-users, operations, and security to ensure requirements are captured in the architecture designs.
* Participate in providing technology assessments in support of automation and technology migration initiatives.
* Provide innovative methodologies to identify and solve development, migration, performance, scalability, reliability, and availability issues.
* Provide architectural support and leadership to the Solution team for developing the Solution on the Azure Platform.
* Whiteboard architecture reviews, write technical collateral and help build reusable artefacts for the organisation.
* Generate technical deliverable like conceptual and logical solution architecture by collaborating with Networks, Security, Infra and Data architecture teams in same and other domains
Your Profile
Key skills/knowledge/experience:
* Working experience in Operations Technology based applications like Data Historian, RTU, SCADA, Wide Area Management, Frequency Response etc
* Experience in one or more of the following: protocols: IEC104, IEC101, IEC 61850, DNP3, ICCP (TASE2.0)
* Keen understanding of CIM Model, experience with handling large amounts of real-time data, Data integration and Big Data analytics
Preferred Skills:
* Work experience in Power Systems, Cloud concepts understanding including Kubernetes and Containers, and other platforms like AWS, OpenShift etc
* Good stakeholder communication. Ability to work with Product Owner, Product Manager, Development, Testing and Implementation teams.
* Good exposure and expertise with projects involving Agile Methodology are pivotal.
* Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
* Demonstrated ability to recognize and communicate project risks
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and challenges throughout the project development and successfully managing the customer expectations
Rewards & Benefits
TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.
Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing
Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.
We believe in building and sustaining a culture of equity and belonging where everyone can thrive. Our diversity and inclusion motto is ‘Inclusion without Exception’. Our continued commitment to Culture and Diversity is reflected across our workforce implemented through equitable workplace policies and processes.
You’ll find a welcoming culture and many internal volunteering and social networks to join (these are optional). Our diversity, inclusion and social activities include 12 employee networks such as gender diversity, LGBTQIA+ & Allies, mental health, disability & neurodiversity inclusion and many more, as well as health & wellness initiatives and sports events and we sponsor the London Marathon.
We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.
If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at UKI.recruitment@tcs.com with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.
Next Steps
Due to a high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion.
Application Process
1. Online application > 2. Technical discussion > 3. Managerial discussion > 4. HR discussion
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