Specialist- SCADA IT Associate Job at Kinder Morgan, Houston, TX

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  • Kinder Morgan
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Overview:

Primary Purpose:  

The SCADA Associate will provide entry ‑ level operational and technical support for Kinder Morgan’s real ‑ time SCADA environments supporting natural gas and products pipelines across North America. This role focuses on system reliability, patching, server and workstation maintenance, and basic SCADA application support, while adhering to established KM SCADA policies, procedures, and standards.  

The SCADA Associate works under the guidance of senior SCADA personnel and SCADA Management team and serves as a foundational support role contributing to system availability, cybersecurity posture, and operational readiness.  

 

Responsibilities:

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

SCADA & Systems Support  

  • Provide   basic t ier 1 support for SCADA systems, applications, and related infrastructure.  

  • Monitor SCADA servers, services, and client environments and escalate issues as   appropriate .  

  • Assist   with basic SCADA application configuration, system validations, and routine health checks.  

  • Support HMI client installations and basic troubleshooting.  

Patching & Maintenance  

  • Perform scheduled operating system and application patching for SCADA servers and workstations following approved change and cybersecurity processes.  

  • Assist   with server maintenance activities including reboots, disk space management, service restarts, and log reviews.  

  • Verify   patching   success and document results   in accordance with   KM standards.  

Server & Infrastructure Support  

  • Assist IT Infrastructure personnel with SCADA server provisioning, upgrades, and decommissioning.  

  • Support backup verification, antivirus status checks, and system hardening efforts.  

  • Participate in troubleshooting issues related to Windows operating systems, databases, and virtualization platforms under   direction   of senior staff.  

Desktop & End-User Support  

  • Provide desktop support for control room and SCADA-related users, including:  

  • Workstation setup and replacement  

  • Peripheral support (monitors, keyboards, printers) 

  • Software installation and configuration  

  • Troubleshoot basic desktop, network connectivity, and application issues.  

Coordination & Communication  

  • Work   with Engineering, Control Center, Operations, Telecommunications, and IT teams to support ongoing operations.  

  • Respond to incidents, service requests, and alarms per defined procedures.  

  • Accurately document work performed, issues   encountered , and resolution steps.  

Documentation & Compliance  

  • Follow established SCADA, IT, cybersecurity, and change management procedures.  

  • Assist   in   maintaining   system documentation, checklists, and standard operating procedures.  

  • Support audits and compliance activities as   required .

Qualifications:

Position Requirements: Minimum Requirements :  

Education:  

  • Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or related field  
    OR  

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience  

Experience / Specific Knowledge:  

  • 0–2 years of experience supporting IT systems, automation systems, or SCADA environments  

  • Basic understanding of Windows server and desktop operating systems  

  • Familiarity with patching, system maintenance, and basic troubleshooting concepts  

  • Exposure to SCADA, automation, or industrial control systems is preferred  

  • Basic understanding of networking and cybersecurity principles  

Technical Skills:  

  • Basic use of SCADA platforms (e.g., GeoSCADA , Ignition) preferred  

  • Fundamental knowledge of:  

  • Windows OS  

  • Active Directory concepts  

  • SQL databases (basic concepts) 

  • Basic scripting or automation exposure (PowerShell, Python, or similar) preferred

Why Join Kinder Morgan:

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at .

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

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