Prairie Power , Inc.
Network Administrator
Prairie Power , Inc., Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777
Description
Essential Duties and Functions:Configure and maintain switching and routing environments using routers, firewalls, and network switchesAdminister network operations monitoring systemsAdminister multi-site LAN/WAN network systemsMaintain network security through proper configuration of access control lists, intrusion prevention systems, and secure configuration standardsRespond to inquiries from internal staff, service providers, and PPI Member Co-Op staff for technical assistance and supportPerform after-hours equipment installation and maintenance and respond to after-hours equipment/service interruptionsMaintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams, configuration standard procedures, and IP address assignmentsServe as a subject matter expert for network-related NERC CIP standard requirementsEnsures compliance to standards for all systems administeredAny other duties as assigned by managementDesired Skills and Abilities:
Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities at onceAbility to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationshipsAbility to effectively troubleshoot with strong problem-solving skillsSelf-motivated and able to work with minimal supervisionStrong service orientation and customer service skillsPPI offers excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCompany Paid Defined Benefit Plan401(k) Plan with 3% company contributionCompany Paid Life insurance as well as optional coverageCompany Paid Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Business Travel InsuranceVacation, Sick, & Personal timeRequirements
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of an Associate's degree in Information Systems or other computer related field or equivalent relevant experienceAt least three years of experience in an IT environmentWorking knowledge of switches, routers, firewalls, and IPSec VPN technologiesThe ability to bend, squat, crawl or climb 10-20% of the time and lift up to 50 poundsValid Illinois Class D Driver's LicensePreferred Education and Experience:
Knowledge of:
LAN technologies (VLAN, STP)WAN technologies (VPN, OSPF)Fortinet FortiGate firewalls
Demonstrated experience with the following:
Configuring and maintaining firewallsConfiguring and maintaining network switchesPerforming network packet capturesCreating network diagrams
Essential Duties and Functions:Configure and maintain switching and routing environments using routers, firewalls, and network switchesAdminister network operations monitoring systemsAdminister multi-site LAN/WAN network systemsMaintain network security through proper configuration of access control lists, intrusion prevention systems, and secure configuration standardsRespond to inquiries from internal staff, service providers, and PPI Member Co-Op staff for technical assistance and supportPerform after-hours equipment installation and maintenance and respond to after-hours equipment/service interruptionsMaintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams, configuration standard procedures, and IP address assignmentsServe as a subject matter expert for network-related NERC CIP standard requirementsEnsures compliance to standards for all systems administeredAny other duties as assigned by managementDesired Skills and Abilities:
Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities at onceAbility to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationshipsAbility to effectively troubleshoot with strong problem-solving skillsSelf-motivated and able to work with minimal supervisionStrong service orientation and customer service skillsPPI offers excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCompany Paid Defined Benefit Plan401(k) Plan with 3% company contributionCompany Paid Life insurance as well as optional coverageCompany Paid Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Business Travel InsuranceVacation, Sick, & Personal timeRequirements
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of an Associate's degree in Information Systems or other computer related field or equivalent relevant experienceAt least three years of experience in an IT environmentWorking knowledge of switches, routers, firewalls, and IPSec VPN technologiesThe ability to bend, squat, crawl or climb 10-20% of the time and lift up to 50 poundsValid Illinois Class D Driver's LicensePreferred Education and Experience:
Knowledge of:
LAN technologies (VLAN, STP)WAN technologies (VPN, OSPF)Fortinet FortiGate firewalls
Demonstrated experience with the following:
Configuring and maintaining firewallsConfiguring and maintaining network switchesPerforming network packet capturesCreating network diagrams