Sr. Network Administrator (Onsite)
Our client, a leading Pacific Northwest utility provider committed to public service and environmental preservation, is looking for a Sr. Network Administrator for their Vancouver, Washington location. This role
provides hardware maintenance lifecycle support for the Control Center (CC) systems. The FIN Network Administrator function supports the Field Intranet Network (FIN) administration, Telecommunications Network Management System (TNMS), and Data PMU security and data integrity.
This onsite position is a one-year renewable contract that includes employee benefits! If you think you d be a good fit, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities for Sr. Network Administrator:

• Analyze, design, test, implement, troubleshoot and maintain large complex data networks.
• Manage all aspects of LAN/WAN routing and switching, e.g., Cisco IOS, Cisco SD-WAN, and Cisco ACI.
• Interpret, recommend and implement configurations and controls for hardening network infrastructure systems.
• Establish network performance baselines and capabilities.
• Ensure that network devices operate reliably and securely.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, schematics, data flow diagrams, and other supporting documentation.
• Maintain and update network components hardware and software.
• Assist field teams and resolve complex network issues.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, draft remediation recommendations, and participate in the deployment of technical controls.
• Draft and prepare responses to cyber security alerts, data calls, and vulnerability assessments of cyber-attacks.
• Identify and recommend equipment / property near end of life be reviewed for retirement / disposal per procedures.
• Collaborate with the manager, providing analysis and recommendations, to develop workload strategies to increase org efficiencies and enhance workload balance and engagement.
• Design solutions for improving the security, efficiency, and functionality of the Field Intranet Network (FIN) system; assist with implementation of approved solutions.
• With Manager oversight and approval provide the following support:
• Research, test, and draft / document standardized technical procedures for the deployment of network hardware and services; organize, store, and dispose of superseded documents in accordance with Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards.
• Perform regular assessments of newly discovered vulnerabilities on a wide range of operational network devices, computer systems devices, and various software packages. Document patch and vulnerability applicability assessments and recommend vulnerability mitigation options. Report any concerns to the manager.
• Respond to support calls utilizing change management software to process and complete the tasks necessary for resolution of technical client issues; unusually complex issues may include involvement of the appropriate manager or team lead.
• Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
• Provide advice and recommendations for process / procedural changes that may become necessary due to system changes, upgrades, etc. to appropriate manager / team lead / stakeholders.
• Provide input and recommendations to the manager, technical lead, and staff, regarding computer infrastructure decisions, and create tasks to fulfill management-directed goals.
• Support and assist the team lead and North American Electric Reliability Corporation - Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC-CIP) subject matter experts (SMEs) with implementing, analyzing, and reporting on the operational compliance of all Control Center cyber assets.
• Develop, draft, and recommend improvements to the Control Center s procedures and processes for compliance with client and NERC-CIP standards and policies.
• Develop, draft, and recommend improvements to the Control Center s procedures and processes for client s Grid Modernization project, as well as other capital and expense projects.
• Assist management with the implementation and promotion of approved operational compliance process improvement efforts, specifically as relates to the administration of the above referenced systems.

Requirements for Sr. Network Administrator:

• A Bachelor s degree in Network Administration, Computer/Information Technology (or closely related field) is required.
• 8 years of experience is required.
• Experience should include implementing and maintaining network security in a large enterprise environment with Quality of Service (QOS).
• 5 years of experience programming, configuration, and testing by command line interface (CLI) on Cisco routers and switches (Access Control List ACL).
• 5 years of experience coordinating and maintaining security regulatory requirements for an electrical utility or comparable public or private utility facilities.
• 5 years of experience implementing and maintaining network security in a large enterprise environment.
• 5 years of experience performing network management and operations tasks in a large enterprise environment.
• 5 years of experience in monitoring and coordinating the implementation of Information Systems Security Plans, processes and procedures.
• 5 years of experience working with common network test applications such as Wireshark, CAT5 certification testers, Nessus scanning, NMAP, and Spirent Ethernet test equipment.
• 2 years of experience with Microsoft Visio sufficient to create drawings, webpages and server icons to document procedures.

**We are unable to accommodate corp. to corp. candidates**
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc: Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
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