Administrator, SAP Basis

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Epri
Independent nonprofit R&D organization advancing generation, delivery & use of electricity.
Administers SAP Basis environment including instances, CTS, performance, security.
10 days ago ago
$125,000 - $145,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Research & Development
Generation Research
Transmission & Substations
Distribution Systems
DER (Distributed Energy Resources) Integration
Energy Storage
Cybersecurity for Energy Delivery
Nuclear Technology Research
Sector Specialisms
Energy Delivery
Customer Solutions
Transportation Electrification
Electric Vehicles
Load Forecasting
Generation
Distribution Systems
Asset Inspection and Maintenance
Role
What you would be doing
sap basis
system upgrades
performance tuning
transport management
user administration
database admin
  • Introduce technical changes into the environment using a structured approach that minimizes risk and achieves high reliability, availability and performance of each SAP instance.
  • Configure and manage the SAP printing subsystem for all SAP instances.
  • Install and configure all required SAP database servers and application servers.
  • Maintain SAP performance by planning and executing SAP tuning strategies.
  • Maintain the integrity of the SAP environment by managing the SAP Correction and Transport System (CTS) to ensure all configuration and development objects are promoted properly.
  • Manage SAP users, authorizations, and profiles.
  • Implement and maintain the multiple SAP instances that comprise the SAP environment (development, test, training and production).
  • Provide status reports for projects to management.
  • Distribute the online SAP user workload and monitor and manage the SAP background job workload.
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of SAP system upgrades.
  • Develop and maintain system documentation for all SAP instances and interfaces.
  • Perform SAP client administration (create client, copy client, delete client, export/import client) as required.
  • Administer the SAP database with Database Administrator (plan and perform database upgrades, apply database maintenance, design and maintain physical database layout, perform database reorganizations, design and implement backup and restore strategy, maintain database security, administer database performance, manage database storage, database problem determination and resolution, etc.).
  • Monitor all SAP systems (work processes, users, system logs, short dumps, locks, developer traces, system traces, disk space, etc.).
  • Work closely with the Information Security Team to insure proper SAP security and eliminate vulnerabilities
  • Design and implement an optimal SAP configuration to maximize system performance and availability.
  • Work closely with the other Infrastructure team members to ensure that systems activities do not negatively impact the environment
  • Perform all core functions of Basis Admin – Transports, ABAP assistance, Early Watch Report analysis & remediation, etc...
  • Apply and migrate SAP maintenance (hot packages and kernel upgrades) through all systems using a structured methodology.
  • Actively assist the Business Applications and Digital Solutions Teams with any SAP related tasks/implementations
What you bring
sap basis
unix/linux
vmware
data migration
bachelor’s
5-7 yrs
  • Must be willing and able to interact with our Supplier Partners to accomplish needed updates/purchases, module related upgrades
  • Experience with UNIX/LINUX and Windows based clients from an SAP perspective
  • Must have experience migrating data within SAP and exporting SAP data to other platforms/databases The ideal candidate will have participated in at least two full implementations of SAP NW 6/ECC 6 0r later
  • SAP Basis Administration training and training related to File Server hardware, operating systems and VMWare
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Business Administration or the equivalent in demonstrated experience
  • Must be highly self-motivated
  • 5-7 years proven experience in SAP Basis Administration in a mid-sized to large company
  • Experience in working with server hardware and operating systems
  • Comprehensive working knowledge of all core SAP Basis job functions
  • Must be able to work effectively in a non-Micro-Managed shop
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are a requirement.
  • Must be very detail oriented and able to effectively communicate at the level indicated by the audience
  • SAP database management and monitoring (work hand in hand with the DBA Team)
  • Ability to analyze situations and provide problem resolution.
  • Experience performing Basis Administration functions in a highly virtualized environment (VMWare)
  • Superior attitude and commitment level
  • The ability to provide consultative services on projects from a SAP Basis perspective – must actively participate
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1972 Founded
Inception Year
Established after the Northeastern blackout to drive innovation in electricity.
$1B+ Research
Annual Portfolio Scale
Maintains a billion-dollar-scale annual research portfolio funded by leading global utilities.
45+ Countries
Global Collaboration
Collaborates with utilities and stakeholders in over 45 countries, influencing regulatory and market frameworks.
  • Operates globally from labs in the US and research arms across EMEA and Asia.
  • Funds cutting-edge R&D across nuclear, generation, grid modernization, and low-carbon energy.
  • Develops real-world solutions: high-voltage testing, EV-charging tech, cyber-secure grid systems.
  • Pioneered advances in photovoltaics, wind turbine tech, distributed energy, and smart transmission.
  • Unique in its 'virtual R&D' model—assembling expert teams, outsourcing lab work, then sharing breakthroughs.
  • Notable for visionary projects like pebble-bed modular nuclear reactors and AI-driven grid management.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity: We adhere to the highest ethical standards in everything we do.
  • Excellence: We strive for superior performance and continuous improvement.
  • Innovation: We embrace new ideas and solutions that drive progress and meet challenges.
  • Collaboration: We work together as one team to solve complex problems and create value.
  • Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and their outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target Year
The organization has made a long-term commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by the year 2050.
  • The organization is focused on advancing environmental sustainability through research and innovation in energy technologies.
  • Efforts include improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting a transition to cleaner energy sources.
  • Partnerships with utilities and industry leaders help mitigate environmental impacts and accelerate decarbonization.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Fosters an inclusive workplace with a comprehensive strategy.
  • Promotes a culture of mutual respect, opportunity, and inclusion for all employees.
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