5 Technology jobs in Hickory

Salary: $44,082.45 - $0,000.00 Annually
Location : Hickory, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 200-01202
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 07/03/2025
Closing Date: 7/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Salary Depends on Qualifications: Yes

Description
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.

Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River, approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 43,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at or for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.

Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.

All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional pre-work screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves or others. All applicants are subject to a background check

This position is part of a team that is responsible for the evaluation, administration, maintenance, and expansion of the City's mission-critical network infrastructure, including, but not limited to: LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, Unified Communications, Network Security, Virtual Infrastructure and Backup and Disaster Recovery systems.

Major Duties
Provides initial support for desktop computers, laptops, printers, projectors, library automation technology, phones, and phone network servers, and other technology; troubleshoots and repairs software and hardware problems. Part of a two-person helpdesk team.

Installs and supports new technology equipment; maintains equipment inventory in a digital IT asset management solution.

Generates reports and statistics for presentation to staff and supervisors.

Maintains knowledge of networks; assists with network monitoring and troubleshooting; installs and maintains network operating systems on network servers.

Assists with evaluating and obtaining quotes for technology equipment and software; makes recommendations.

Assists in training coworkers in the utilization of software and hardware resources.

Interacts with users to determine technology solutions to problems and improve efficiency.

Performs related duties as assigned by the IT Director.

Knowledge and Qualifications

Entry-level knowledge of server and workstation hardware and troubleshooting abilities.

Entry-level knowledge of switch, hub, and cabling design, configuration, and maintenance.

Entry-level knowledge of system and network design.

Entry-level knowledge of TCP/IP protocol, and wireless communication protocols such as PDLAP and EDACS.

Entry-level knowledge of basic programming and scripting language (i.e., Windows scripting host, Unix shell programming, and VB).

Proven skill in the installation, repair, and maintenance of complex computer hardware and software.

Proven skill in time prioritization and management.

Proven skill in troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Experienced skill in the operation of computer equipment.

Experienced in oral and written communication

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and entry-level competency are commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to information technology or computer science.

Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship, or having had a similar Information Technology position for one or two years.
Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Information Technology Director assigns work in terms of very general instruction and guidelines. Completed work is reviewed for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include technical manuals, user specifications, supervisory instructions, federal, state, and city laws, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied technical duties. Frequent changes in computer technologies and the need to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel contribute to the complexity of the work.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to assist with the performance of help desk, systems analysis, design, and maintenance duties. Successful performance helps ensure the efficient and effective provision of computer information services to all city departments.
Systems Analyst, Information Technology

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, vendors, and consultants.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed in an office or a computer room, outdoors, and in automobiles.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None
The City of Hickory provides a generous benefit package, in addition to salary:

• 11 paid holidays
• 12 paid sick leave days per year
• Paid vacation
• City-paid individual health insurance (H.S.A.)
• Low-cost dental and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program - 5 FREE visits
• 13.6% contribution per employee to the NC Local Government Retirement System
• Up to 5% matching contribution to 401k
• Free Life insurance of 1.5 times salary up to ( 125,000)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• On-site Wellness Clinic
• A selection of voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance, dependent life, Short-term disability insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance; All at very competitive rates.
• Benefits package valued at over ( 12,500) annually.

*Employees working in seasonal/part-time positions are not eligible for benefits.*
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Are you at least 18 years old?

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• No

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Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate (such as GED, Task, HiSet etc.)?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License or the ability to obtain a valid NC license within 30 days of beginning work?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your skills and/or experience as it relates to this advertised position
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Please select your highest level of education.

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School / GED

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Do you have any relatives currently employed by the City of Hickory?Two members of a family (relatives as defined below) shall not be employed if such employment will result in an employee directly or indirectly supervising a member of his/her family, or if one member occupies a position which has influence over the other's employment, promotion, salary administration or other management or personnel consideration. "Relative" is defined as spouse, parent, child, sibling, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin, grandchild, grandparent, (including corresponding half, step, in-law, and adopted relationships), or any member of the employee's household. The term also includes domestic partners (a person with whom the employee's life is interdependent and who shares a common residence), and, a daughter or son of an employee's domestic partner.)

• Yes
• No

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If you answered Yes to being related to any person now employed by the City of Hickory, give the names(s) and details. If this does not apply, indicate N/A.
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Please list all relevant certifications, trainings and specialties.
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What are your salary expectations?
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Do you currently or have you ever worked for the City of Hickory even on a temporary basis?

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• No

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Sr Manager of Programs, OCS Technology
**Date:** Jul 5, 2025
**Location:** Hickory, NC, US, 28601Keller, TX, US, 76248
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 68033
**The company built on breakthroughs?**
**Join us?**
Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible?
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations?- not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,?and the world, forward?
?At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more?
?Come break through with us?
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
**Scope of Position:**
- Lead the Program Management capability of OCS Technology.
- Acting though a team of Program Managers, lead major technological innovations within OCS.
- May lead an innovations program directly.
- In OCS Technology, programs are distinguished from projects. Programs are more complex, with high risk, high ambiguity, and are larger than projects. Programs typically consist of several projects.
**Responsibilities:**
- Directly manage the team of Program Managers that lead major technological innovations within OCS. Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, and other supervision tasks for Program Managers.
- Drive the successful and timely delivery of OCS Innovation Programs to budget and performance expectations.
- Work in coordination with COC Leaders in Technology, Business Teams, PMO, Product Line Management, Division Engineering and Manufacturing to provide program specific direction and guidance to Program Managers.
- Lead program managers and sponsors to build and maintain global program structures which ensure the success of innovation programs. This will typically include establishing an effective core team and steering team for each program.
- Through program managers, ensure development of comprehensive program/project plans. Establish objectives and monitor adherence to the master plans and schedules. Secure and maintain adequate resources to enable the success of programs and projects.
- Work with innovation management leaders and other functions define and implement appropriate innovation management processes to optimize program performance, limit risk, drive good decisions and maximize utilization of resources.
- Work with business leaders and requestors to establish a strong program foundation at launch of program. Define/validate value proposition, business hypothesis, foundational assumptions at start of program.
- Represent program management function to leadership and other functions and groups in Corning.
**Travel Requirements:**
Domestic and international travel expected up to 25%.
**Work Location:** Hickory NC, Keller TX, or other OCS Technology locations.
**Education and Experience requirements:**
- Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering or other relevant discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in the management of complex, cross-functional, culturally diverse program/project teams containing both technical and non-technology roles.
- 10+ Years of experience in Product Development
- 5+ Years of experience at Manager level.
**Required Skills:**
- Demonstrated personal initiative with a track record of completing challenging business objectives.
- Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities, changing requirements and high levels of ambiguity
- Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills at all levels of an organization (team, peer, and senior executive levels) with a demonstrated ability to build relationships in a heavily matrixed, team environment.
- Ability to manage and effectively leverage a team of diverse expertise, backgrounds, cultures and styles.
**Desired Skills:**
- Multiple-year work experience in at least two of the following areas: Commercial / Product Line Management, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Engineering.
- Completion of formal project management training.
- Strong network of COC / OCS relationships.
- OCS Product and application understanding
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $183,877.00 - $252,831.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
**A job that shapes a life?**
**Corning offers you the total package?**
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ ?As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions?
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win?
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors?
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Hickory

**41777BR**
**Requisition ID:**
41777BR
**Business Unit:**
TSU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Networks and Automation Specialist who is a proven self-starter. The successful candidate is passionate about Process Control Systems, Industrial Networks and OT Cybersecurity with a desire to further enhance their skills and our Automation practice. As a member of our team, you'll contribute to CDM Smith's mission by supporting the secure and efficient design, implementation, and optimization of OT and industrial networking solutions across infrastructure projects by:
- Supporting the design and implementation of industrial networking projects including installations, modifications, and upgrades of routers, switches, firewalls.
- Researching best practices and collaborating with internal and external resources to propose and implement optimal network designs for different physical and virtual systems.
- Advising on device and network management strategies to ensure performance, availability, and cybersecurity.
- Maintaining detailed documentation of equipment and configuration (e.g. switches, servers, firewalls) for our Automation Community of Practice.
- Supporting the implementation of IT/OT convergence solutions utilized in industrial control environments such as Microsoft Active directory, virtualization server clusters, NextGen firewalls, multifactor authentication, Demilitarized Zones (DMZ).
- Applying best practices for managing and securing Windows-based environments.
- Independently developing OT Cybersecurity focused solutions and automation projects with senior level oversight and guidance.
- Supporting the evaluation of legacy OT systems, offering strategic recommendations for improvements, migrations, or replacements.
- Creating basic to moderately complex control system architectures, network segmentation diagrams, and specifications with general direction.
- Preparing design reports under supervision.
- Reviewing basic to moderately complex level shop drawings consisting of network segmentation plans, firewall policies, windows configurations, and cybersecurity project plans.
- Providing support for as-needed and on-call contracts.
- Traveling nationally or internationally as required to project sites, client meetings, factory tests, and start-up of control systems.
- Performing other duties as required.
This role can be based in Boston, MA, Columbus, OH, Orlando, FL, Pittsburgh, PA, Raleigh, NC, or Woodbury, NY
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**Job Title:**
Operational Technology (OT) Networks and Automation Specialist
**Group:**
ISO
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+, Cisco CCNA, or other vendor certifications such as Microsoft, Palo Alto, or Fortinet.
- Sector-specific experience in water/wastewater, facilities, or transportation is a plus.
- Familiarity with SCADA/ICS cybersecurity assessments and mitigation strategies.
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.**
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
20%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Intermediate knowledge of network technologies, including VLANs, routing, and Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW).
- Intermediate knowledge of Windows based environments.
- Intermediate knowledge of virtualization environments (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
- Fundamental to intermediate knowledge of cybersecurity principles relevant to OT industrial settings.
- Fundamental understanding of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and DCS (Distributed Control Systems) configuration and implementation.
- Familiarity with network protocols, architecture, and configuration, including Modbus, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, and OPC.
- Familiarity with industry regulations, standards, and frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-82, and ISA 62443, ensuring adherence to these requirements.
- Understanding of cloud-based or edge computing solutions as they relate to OT systems. Awareness of disaster recovery, business continuity, and system resilience planning in OT settings.
- Strong communication skills both verbally and written with ability to communicate to a geographically dispersed diverse team and client base with varying knowledgebase.
- Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments to meet schedules and budgets.
- Client-facing experience and comfort presenting or leading discussions with multidisciplinary teams.
- Enjoys mentoring junior staff and has ability to adapt to different learning styles.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$81,765
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$134,909
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
**Driver's License Requirements:**
An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
**Massachusetts Applicants:**
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.