On Thu, May 14, 2015 at 4:33 PM, Matt Lawrence <[email protected]> wrote:

>
> How do I find a job that isn't being a keyboard monkey?  How do I get a
> promotion to a position where I can actually use the skills and knowledge I
> have developed over decades in the business?  I'm stuck.
>

Well done on your reach to improve your life.

Do watch your statements -  telling yourself "I'm stuck" will hold you back.

Are there openings for more senior technical positions at ERCOT?  LinkedIn
has you as "Systems Administrator", I see ERCOT has openings for Operations
Engineer 2 and Sr Cyber Security Analyst (
https://external-ercot.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchLocation=&searchCategory=&hashed=-435774332)
-- how does that compare?

How about interviewing for a more senior position at another company?  If
you discover you're not qualified, get qualified (can you learn the hot new
technologies after hours?)

I'm available to work with you one-on-one, if you'd like, through the LOPSA
mentorship program.  I see you've held four system administrator positions
over 13 years and I encourage you to reach for a more senior position - it
certainly sounds like you are ready!

Best,
Aleksey
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