Location
Poughkeepsie, NY | United States
Job description
Benefits :
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
Life and Travel Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Paid Holidays and Vacation
What is a Network Analyst?
A Network Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting the local and wide area networks to ensure maximum uptime for data flows within our Internal and Operational Technology networks. This individual will initiate technical efforts, working as part of a team across multiple aspects of the organization’s data infrastructure, engaging vendors and company stakeholders, and monitor and control all project activity throughout the project life-cycle. This individual will work on the continuous enhancement and technical support of all aspects regarding the network infrastructure, responsible for the day-to-day Network Administration tasks, including problem solving, and issue resolution.
What does a Network Analyst do?
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Designs, implements, and manages the local and wide area networks to ensure maximum uptime for data flows within our environment.
Configures, deploys and maintains network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls and load balancers.
Supports the day-to-day Network operations, requiring specific Network troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsets. This includes Layer1-Layer7 connectivity issues.
Work with internal users and stakeholders for emerging projects and issue resolution.
Resolves complex multi-vendor network issues (ie Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto etc).
Interacts with ISP & WAN Carriers to address data transport issues.
Completes patching and cyber security hardening of network infrastructure.
Implements policies and procedures in asset tracking, information protection, change management, security monitoring, controls and recovery to support compliance with internal cyber security standards and NERC CIP
Supports company-wide storm restoration efforts.
What does it take to be a Network Analyst?
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field and at least 3 years of experience in Information/Operational Technology (e.g. network administration, system administration, technical support, etc.). In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 5 years of experience in Information/ Operational Technology or a High School Diploma and 7 years of experience in in Information/ Operational Technology will be considered
Advanced experience with local and wide area transport (MPLS, IPSec)
Experience managing common networking vendor platforms (Fortigate, Cisco, Palo Alto, F5) firewalls, routers, switches and load balancers
Advanced working experience with IP routing in large complex networks (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, route redistribution)
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with internal customers in an interactive team environment
Ability to multitask, pay close attention to detail, and adapt to a variety of support environments, assignments and changing priorities
Well-developed written/verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
Ability to learn new technologies as required for the job using documentation and other available resources
Must be able to work off-hours and weekends when required for product upgrades/maintenance windows
Must participate in an after-hours on-call rotation, for 24x7 coverage
A valid driver’s license
Preferred:
Experience with designing, evaluating, and deploying network solutions for outbound, inbound network traffic.
Experience with configuration of Layer-3 routing protocols (ie BGP, MP-BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VRF)
Experience with system integration, including development of strategies and implementation of best practices
Working experience with Cisco ISE
Proficient in troubleshooting resources such as Wireshark, Network Monitoring Solutions, and Netflow
Prior gas and/or electric utility experience
This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $69,800 – $163,800
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.
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