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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SCADA Applications Analyst Sr - CygNet - **Company:** APA, LLC - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Apache HTTP Server, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, Application Performance Management, Software as a Service, Communications Protocols, Databases, System Configuration, Data Integrity, Database Queries, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), OLE for Process Control, Performance Tuning, Software Deployment, SQL Stored Procedures, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Citect SCADA Software, Operational Systems, Data Management, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us2384b36d8aeef34603c3c242680b528e/eaa ## About the Role The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience: * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered. * Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience supporting enterprise applications, with at least 3 years supporting SCADA or industrial control systems. * Hands-on experience administering and supporting the CygNet SCADA platform in a production environment. * Strong understanding of oil and gas, utilities, energy, pipeline operations, or other industrial operational environments. * Experience troubleshooting application, data acquisition, communications, and integration issues across distributed systems. * Knowledge of CygNet architecture, communication protocols, point configuration, alarms, polling strategies, and reporting tools. * Experience supporting integrations between SCADA systems and enterprise applications, databases, historians, and reporting platforms. * Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server, including database queries, stored procedures, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. * Experience with Windows Server administration, system monitoring, and application hosting environments. * Familiarity with industry communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, DNP3, MQTT, or similar technologies. * Experience working with operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) teams in a regulated environment. * Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices related to industrial control systems and critical infrastructure. * Experience supporting software deployments, upgrades, patches, and change management processes. * Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions for recurring issues. * Experience working within ITIL-aligned incident, problem, and change management processes. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. * Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex technical issues with minimal supervision. * Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Experience providing after-hours support and participating in on-call rotation schedules. * Demonstrated ability to document technical procedures, support processes, and system configurations. Competencies The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies: * Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting; * Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success; * Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and * Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache. ## Description The IT Applications Analyst Sr (SCADA) is responsible for providing business, technical, and analytical support for Apache SCADA applications. The role will focus on maintaining, supporting and ensuring SCADA system integrity in a rapidly changing, integrated environment. This position requires a motivated individual with leadership ability, project management skills, strong analytical expertise, and solid written and verbal communications skills. * Provide day-to-day application support, administration, and technical expertise for the CygNet SCADA platform and associated operational systems. * Monitor application health, system performance, interfaces, and data flows to ensure reliable and uninterrupted operations. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, integration, communication, and data-related issues within established service level expectations. * Analyze incidents, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and document resolutions to prevent recurring issues. * Support CygNet upgrades, patches, hotfixes, and system enhancements while minimizing operational impact. * Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Field Automation, and Infrastructure teams to support business and operational requirements. * Develop, maintain, and optimize application integrations between CygNet and enterprise systems, databases, historians, and reporting platforms. * Create and maintain technical documentation, support procedures, system diagrams, operational runbooks, and knowledge base articles. * Participate in after-hours support, on-call rotations, and incident response activities as required. * Monitor cybersecurity and compliance requirements for supported applications and coordinate remediation activities when necessary. * Analyze application performance metrics and recommend improvements to increase system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency. * Review and implement approved change requests following established change management processes. * Coordinate with software vendors and third-party service providers to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions. * Assist with project initiatives involving SCADA modernization, infrastructure upgrades, system migrations, and operational technology improvements. * Evaluate new technologies, features, and best practices to enhance CygNet platform capabilities and support long-term business objectives. * Participate in system design reviews and provide recommendations for application architecture, scalability, and supportability. * Ensure supported systems meet organizational standards for security, availability, reliability and data integrity. ## Related Videos - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j)