Network Administrator/Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Network Design
Routing
Network Operations
Network Security
Access Control
Intrusion Prevention
Documentation
Intellectual Property
IP
NERC
Regulatory Compliance
Management
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Supervision
Customer Service
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Insurance
Information Systems
Cisco
Cisco Certifications
Routers
IPsec
LAN
VLAN
Spanning Tree Protocol
WAN
Virtual Private Network
OSPF
Fortinet
Firewall
Switches
Network
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Job Details

JobID: 49732
Summary

The Network Administrator/Engineer is responsible for installing, configuring, and supporting local and wide area network infrastructure equipment and supporting systems. This position will require working with internal staff, external partners, and third-party service providers to coordinate network infrastructure activities and to effectively troubleshoot problems as they arise.

Essential Duties and Functions:
  • Configure and maintain switching and routing environments using routers, firewalls, and network switches
  • Administer network operations monitoring systems
  • Administer multi-site LAN/WAN network systems
  • Maintain network security through proper configuration of access control lists, intrusion prevention systems, and secure configuration standards
  • Respond to inquiries from internal staff, service providers, and Member Co-Op staff for technical assistance and support
  • Perform after-hours equipment installation and maintenance and respond to after-hours equipment/service interruptions
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams, configuration standard procedures, and IP address assignments
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for network-related NERC CIP standard requirements
  • Ensures compliance to standards for all systems administered
  • Any other duties as assigned by management

Desired Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities at once
  • Ability to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships
  • Ability to effectively troubleshoot with strong problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong service orientation and customer service skills


Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Defined Benefit Plan
  • 401(k) Plan with 3% company contribution
  • Company Paid Life insurance as well as optional coverage
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Business Travel Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, & Personal time


Requirements
  • Minimum of an Associate's degree in Information Systems or other computer related field
  • At least three years of experience in an IT environment
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or relevant work experience
  • Working knowledge of switches, routers, firewalls, and IPSec VPN technologies
  • The ability to bend, squat, crawl or climb 10-20% of the time and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Valid Illinois Class D Driver's License


Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Knowledge of:
    • LAN technologies (VLAN, STP)
    • WAN technologies (VPN, OSPF)
    • Fortinet FortiGate firewalls
  • Demonstrated experience with the following:
    • Configuring and maintaining firewalls
    • Configuring and maintaining network switches
    • Performing network packet captures
    • Creating network diagrams

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