Primary Responsibilities:
• Responsible for technical resources for network related projects
• Develop an enterprise network architecture strategy to support our growth focused on scalability, performance, and availability
• Implement network MPLS circuits and escalate related issues for all NJR locations
• Change management process and implementation of network (WAN/LAN), firewall, and router changes to environment
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve hardware, software and other network and system issues
• Replacing faulty network hardware components when required
• Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot network switches, firewalls, data diodes and routers
• Responsible for network patch management (switches, routers and firewalls) deployment
• Perform root-cause analysis on IT and end-user support issues; evaluate documented resolutions, analyzing trends and developing appropriate technical or training solutions to prevent future problems
• Work with NJR Cyber team on implementation of security controls and directives
• Monitors WAN bandwidth utilization and upgrades as necessary.
Position Specifications/Requirements:
• Requires Associate’s degree in computer science or technical certification; Bachelor’s degree with a network engineering focus preferred
• 5-7 years of network engineering experience with network and security technologies such as intrusion prevention technologies, proxy, VPN and remote access technologies
• Experience with Forinet devices, Cisco firewalls, routers and switches product lines
Strong understanding of network infrastructure, hardware, designs and topologies; LAN and WAN experience
• Ability to implement, administer and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices and network connectivity issues including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches and controllers
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources
• Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and outside the organization
• A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of information security and best practices
• Experience in utility industry and network professional certifications a plus (CCNA, CCNP)
• Valid Driver’s license as travel will be required from time to time based on the needs of the business.
• Position requires working during non-traditional hours for 24/7 support when needed. Must be able to work in a 24-hour rotating On-Call capacity
- Position is hybrid requiring 3 days onsite in the Wall, NJ Corporate office.
