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Network Administrator

Prairie Power , Inc.
Springfield, IL, United States
Full-time

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
  • Less than 1 hour ago
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