Network Administrator/Engineer

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

• 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