Network & Systems Engineer - Edison Electric Institute

Are you passionate about network engineering and architecture? Do you thrive on ensuring the security and efficiency of complex information systems? EEI is seeking a skilled Network & Systems Engineer to implement, monitor, maintain, and administer our secure network, supporting our critical information systems and data. In this role, you will collaborate across IT to ensure our network infrastructure is reliable, redundant, performant, scalable, and secure. Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of EEI's technological landscape.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues with EEI's computer network and systems, including hardware, systems software, applications software, and other related systems.
• Perform disaster recovery operations and data backups.
• Ensure all server, system, and software patches are up to date.
• Collaborate with users to identify and resolve Tier 2-3 issues.
• Protect data, software, and hardware by implementing network security measures.
• Evaluate and develop requirements for network and software technologies, including LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, firewalls, and related devices.
• Implement, administer, and troubleshoot network devices such as WAPs, firewalls, routers, switches, controllers, servers, VoIP, and VMs.
• Replace faulty network hardware components as needed.
• Maintain, configure, and monitor virus protection software and email applications.
• Monitor and adjust network performance as necessary.
• Install, configure, deploy, and monitor network security architectures, including firewalls, DMZ, router ACLs, and web content filters.
• Respond to IDS cues and anti-virus alerts.
• Continually monitor EEI’s networks and systems for security breaches or intrusions.
• Work with the IT team to troubleshoot and resolve security vulnerabilities.
• Clearly articulate IT security enhancement requirements to all EEI staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Provide SME support to business divisions to integrate business requirements into network and cloud architectures.
• Assist with incident response activities related to breaches, including technical and forensic investigations, and report findings and recommendations for further system security enhancements.
• Develop, recommend, and document IT standards, policies, and procedures following best practices.
• Monitor compliance with IT standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in developing and conducting training programs as needed.

Required Experience

Education:

• BS in Computer Science or IT-related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
• Master's degree in an IT-related field is a plus

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on networking experience
• Experience supporting enterprise Wi-Fi across multiple locations
• Experience in networking technologies, including TCP/IP, OSPF, STP, HSRP, PPP, NAT, QoS, SNMP, VoIP, ACLs
• Experience with internal and external DNS
• Experience with IP Address Management (IPAM) systems
• Experience with network monitoring tools
• Experience in network security, including device hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls, IPSec, vulnerability assessment, and intrusion detection

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware
• Proficiency in LAN/WAN and network security
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices (wireless access points, firewalls, routers, switches, controllers)
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems
• Knowledge of various circuit types (P2P, Dark and Lit Fiber, MPLS, WAN, MAN, PRIs)
• Knowledge of heterogeneous networking components and routing/switching involving numerous VLANs

General Skills:

• Enthusiasm for staying updated with the latest network security threats and solutions
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to explain technical topics to non-technical audiences
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to identify risks associated with business processes and operations
• Experience planning, researching, and developing network security policies, standards, and procedures
• Dependable and flexible when necessary
• Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT
• Self-starter able to work independently and in a team environment

Compensation

The salary range for this position is set at $114,000 - $161,500 annually. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is between 5%-10% of annual base salary, based on performance.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

Office Protocol

This position is designated as in-person which requires employees to be in the physical office five days per week.