System Network Administrator

Energy Recruiter | 9+ Years Technical & Professional Recruiting | Power, Renewables, Infrastructure | Pacific Northwest

Position requires US citizenship and the ability to clear a government background screen.

This role supports mission-critical Control Center computer systems and enterprise network infrastructure operating in a 24/7, highly regulated environment
. The Network Administrator will work as part of a small, dedicated team responsible for the design, integration, security, and reliability of LAN/WAN, firewall, and data center network systems supporting regional transmission operations.

This position requires hands-on technical execution
, strong documentation discipline, and experience working in environments where availability, security, and compliance are non-negotiable
.

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a closely related technical field is preferred
  • Equivalent professional experience will be considered where applicable
• Overall Experience
  • 10+ years of experience in computer networking and systems
    , including hands-on infrastructure implementation
  • Experience must be aligned with enterprise or mission‑critical environments (e.g., utilities, data centers, regulated industries)
• Required Technical Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years of hands‑on experience working with firewalls and enterprise network systems
  • 3+ years implementing and maintaining network security controls in a large enterprise or data center environment
  • 3+ years performing network management and operations in a large enterprise or data center environment
  • Proven experience configuring, installing, and troubleshooting:
    • Routers and switches
    • Firewalls
    • Network servers and terminal servers
    • Network cabling and fiber infrastructure
  • Ability to:
    • Monitor system reliability and security
    • Strong technical documentation skills supporting compliance, operations, and training
• Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Experience working in enterprise data centers with high‑availability requirements
  • Familiarity with:
    • Server virtualization platforms and networking requirements
    • Cisco switching and routing environments
    • SAN/NAS storage infrastructure
    • AAA (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting) services for infrastructure equipment
    • Cabling and fiber management systems
    • Knowledge of:
      • Vulnerability research tools and methodologies
      • Best practices for data center physical infrastructure
      • Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) and network virtualization
      • NERC CIP or other critical infrastructure reliability standards
      • Experience with:
        • VPN technologies and router encryption
        • Fiber optic communication system design
        • Preferred
          
          Certifications:
          
          CCNA, MCSA (or equivalent)
• Key Responsibilities
  • Integrate and monitor new and existing network devices in Control Center environments
  • Support LAN/WAN and firewall infrastructure for mission‑critical operations
  • Assist with infrastructure planning, system integration, and implementation projects
  • Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and field maintenance teams
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, test procedures, and compliance artifacts
  • Support approved testing, validation, and acceptance of new systems
  • Participate in on‑call support for 24/7 operational environments

Please apply only if you meet the required qualifications listed above. Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.