Network Administrator; Transmission Control Center

Network Administrator (Transmission Control Center)

Apply for the Network Administrator (Transmission Control Center) role at Pedernales Electric Cooperative
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Location: PEC Transmission Control Center, Leander, TX 78641.

Hybrid Work Options Available
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Minimum Starting Base Pay: $88,772.80 + KPI bonuses + competitive benefits.

Position Summary: This position is responsible for implementing network communications and solution improvements, proposing and implementing system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the computer network.

• Improve service and efficiency with progressive technology.
• Design, install, test and troubleshoot LAN and WAN.
• Conduct performance tuning.
• Write specifications for hardware, select hardware and determine warranty requirements.
• Integrate multiple technologies, hardware and software.
• Manage inventory, track maintenance and ensure vendor contract provisions are met.
• Write plans to support the infrastructure network needs.
• Document Information Technology Department procedures.
• Train IT staff in network management.
• Design, monitor and provide reports on enterprise network performance.
• Prepare disaster recovery plan and business resumption plan for infrastructure systems.
• Develop systems with provisions for continuity of operations during any disaster recovery or other emergency situations.
• Interact with end users to ensure quality network and system utilization.
• Consult with users, management, vendors and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.
• Install, maintain and monitor security measures.
• Ensure compliance with NERC, FERC and ERC Reliability standards including Critical Infrastructure Protection Standards.
• Participate in maintaining availability of Control System environments.
• Document changes made to systems or equipment through appropriate change management, communications and record keeping practices.
• Maintain the security of confidential information.
• Stay abreast of advances in technology.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

• Knowledge of using computers and computer systems, including hardware and software to set up functions, enter data or process information.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TFTP, routing, firewalls, e-mail, distributed authentication, VPNs, telecommunications issues and other network administration concerns, particularly in complex LAN and WAN environments.
• Skilled in time management.
• Skilled in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing and changing priorities.
• Skilled in identifying, analyzing and resolving problems.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Ability to effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to listen to and understand information verbally and in writing.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Directly related experience may substitute for education.
• Four years experience with network related systems.
• Cisco CCNA certification preferred.

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel.
• The employee may be required sit or stand for long periods of time.
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may be required to travel.
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period.
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week.

Position Open Until Filled.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.