Network Administrator

Position Summary :

Network Administrator Exempt, salaried Full-time

The Network Administrator 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.

Reporting Structure :

This position is part of the Information Technology team, located in Springfield, Illinois and reports to the Chief Technology Officer who reports to the Chief Executive Officer.

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

Required Education and Experience :

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Preferred Education and Experience :

o LAN technologies (VLAN, STP) o WAN technologies (VPN, OSPF) o Fortinet FortiGate firewalls

o Configuring and maintaining firewalls

o Configuring and maintaining network switches o Performing network packet captures

o Creating network diagrams

Desired Skills and Abilities :

PPI offers excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Medical Insurance