IT-Security & Communication Specialist

Req ID:469383 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite IT-Security & Communication Specialist in Jamaica, NY, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your advanced IT and electronics expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and dedicated teammates. You'll be instrumental in managing the installation of digital Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), audio (PA) and visual systems (PI) to maintain a secure and safe transportation system. This position repairs a wide variety of electronics equipment including computer-based systems, security alarm systems, fiber optics (troubleshot) and audio systems

We’ll look to you for:

• Produce the required reports and use Maximo platform to streamline the process for preventative and corrective maintenance.

• Support and define proof of concepts for APM IT Security Projects as per best known industrial standards.

• Support the different stakeholders in the business unit to accelerate the results of the proof of concept and rollouts.

• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information being processed, stored, accessed, or transmitted on the network.

• Develop, automate, and support dashboards and database creation for reliability.

• Experience with low voltage systems.

• Documents system problems and resolutions for future reference.

• Participates in audits of the company's information technology infrastructure by external organizations.

• Participates in and contributes to the planning and execution of business continuity and backup, disaster recovery capabilities.

• Provides technical support in researching, identifying, evaluating, recommending and/or developing information security systems, controls, methods, techniques, and models.

• Contributes to the organization, processes, teams, and product in a significant manner.

• Install, configure, maintain, and manage networking devices, servers, storage, and operating systems.

• Evaluate and/or recommend procurement of network-related devices, servers, storage systems, peripheral equipment, and software.

• Investigate problems, identify their source, determine possible solutions, test, and implement solutions.

• Support with system problems from identification to resolution across different departments, employees and/or systems

• Works independently, and as a team member.

• Exhibits initiative and drive to complete tasks in a timely manner.

• Maintaining site critical communication system and working closely with the service provider to keep the system up to date.

• Displays leadership qualities, takes ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Able to prioritize based on criticality.

• Perform related duties as assigned by management.

• Pass all associated quizzes and tests such as Rule Book, Safety and other necessary trainings.

• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and training requirements.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor of Science in either Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or related field.

• A minimum of 2 years of experiencie of acces control and CCTV

• At least one year of work experience that includes testing and commissioning of digital audio and visual communication recording systems.

• Experience in solving complex technical problems that occur in electronic communication equipment.

• Able to use hand tools and power tools 

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft O365-Modern Workplace is desired, especially PowerApps, PowerBI, Power Automate and Azure DevOps

• Knowledge of IBM Maximo would be considered an asset.

• Knowledge with industrial network enterprise devices (i.e. Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, wireless controllers, and servers)

• Knowledge in systems monitoring and management in a high-availability data center environment.

• Required to have a valid license in accordance with New York State Motor Vehicle Laws.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.