Description
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 PPI 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
PPI offers excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- 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
Required Education and Experience :
- Minimum of an Associate's degree in Information Systems or other computer related field or equivalent relevant experience
- At least three years of experience in an IT environment
- 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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