Systems Analyst III

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Systems Analyst III

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division

PUB UTIL ADMIN

Requisition Number

2025448

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE21

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$89,247 – $147,258

• Salary is based on experience and qualifications

Job Description

Are you a forward-thinking IT professional with a passion for problem-solving and leadership? If so, the City of Chesapeake Department of Public Utilities may have the perfect opportunity for you

Position Overview:

The Systems Analyst III serves as a technical lead within Public Utilities IT, providing expert-level support and guidance for the Department's network and control systems. This role requires advanced technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to make independent decisions that directly impact infrastructure and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a team lead for Public Utilities IT support, providing guidance and oversight for technical staff.
• Design, develop, and implement integrated network architectures, with a focus on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and related control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex network communications and IT system issues, exercising ingenuity and high-level problem-solving skills.
• Apply discretion and judgment in decision-making processes affecting infrastructure, service delivery, and system security protocols.
• Evaluate, test, and review vendor products and technologies to ensure compatibility and efficiency.
• Participate in long- and short-term technology planning, contributing to strategic initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Operate with a high degree of independence, performing duties with minimal supervision while exercising professional judgment.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with SCADA networks, PLCs, and IT infrastructure in a utility or industrial setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex technical issues.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including team coordination and mentoring.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing to strategic planning and technology initiatives.

Join a forward-thinking team where your technical expertise and leadership skills directly impact the City's public utilities operations. Make a difference while working on challenging and rewarding projects that ensure the reliability and efficiency of essential services.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in computer science or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record in compliance with theCity Driving Standards. As applicable, Information Technology based positions must meet requirements specified in Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) policy for access to the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN).

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial control systems, water/wastewater utility operations, or other critical infrastructure IT systems.
• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or SCADA-specific certifications.
• Hands-on experience with network security protocols, firewalls, and cybersecurity practices in SCADA environments.
• Experience with project management, including coordinating vendor services and system upgrades.
• Familiarity with database management, reporting tools, and data analytics for utility operations.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations for water and wastewater utilities, including cybersecurity and critical infrastructure guidelines such as AWWA Cybersecurity Guidance, ISA/IEC 62443, and AWIA risk and resilience requirements, or equivalents.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

10/20/2025

Job Close Date

11/05/2025

Open Continuous

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 20 lbs

Carrying

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 20 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 20 lbs

Reaching

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crawling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Twisting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Balancing

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Technical devices, equipment and software that enable network management, system diagnostics, programming, and troubleshooting.

Protective Equipment Required

Hard hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE as needed

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

W = Several Times Per Week

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

D = Daily

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

M = Several Times Per Month

Extreme Temperatures

S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

M = Several Times Per Month

Fumes and Odors

M = Several Times Per Month

Wetness/Humidity

S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

M = Several Times Per Month

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

yes, this position will have a team to assist with most aspects of the job.

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

0

Maximum Requests

4