What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Architect position at Douglas County P.U.D?
The Network Analyst role at Douglas County P.U.D offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Employee benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability, personal leave plan, paid holidays, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), deferred compensation programs with employer matching, Health Reimbursement Accounts with employer contributions, Wellness Program, and training opportunities.
The successful incumbent for this position will be hired within an annualized salary range of $78,000 - $99,900, depending on qualifications for the position. The maximum in this pay scale is $124,875. Pay above the midpoint to the maximum is typically reserved for employees with sustained performance and established longevity in the position at Douglas P.U.D.
Job Summary:
- Supports the design, implementation, and maintenance of District server hardware and software infrastructure and services.
- Keeps systems and services secure and highly available.
- Works under the direction of the Information Systems Supervisor or a Senior Network Analyst.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in designing, implementing, and maintaining server infrastructure hardware including storage systems, servers, networking, firewalls, and backup devices.
- Maintain virtual server infrastructure solutions spanning multiple sites.
- Build and configure Linux and Windows servers per District standards. Patch servers to ensure systems are up to date.
- Keep up to date with security trends, issues, and technologies. Implement defense in depth strategies to protect District systems. Configure firewalls, and other network security controls as directed. Monitor systems to ensure effective cyber security.
- Protect District data by monitoring and maintaining backups.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Exposure to virtual infrastructure hardware and software solutions.
- Understanding of networking principles and how to architect secure and efficient configurations.
- Ability to work with multiple server operating systems, including Linux and Window Servers.
- Strong ability to adapt and learn new technologies as needed.
- Leverage common scripting languages such as PowerShell to automate processes.
- Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff.
- Must have a self-starter attitude and the ability to apply good judgement and make decisions independently.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short and long-term disability.
- Personal leave plan.
- Paid holidays.
- Participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
- Health Reimbursement Accounts with employer contributions.
- Wellness Program.
- Training opportunities.
Others:
- A valid driver's license and proof of good driving record is required for this position.
- Out-of-state candidates must acquire a Washington State driver's license within 30 days of employment.
- This position requires regular, consistent, on-site attendance while working independently and with others.
Salary : $78,000 - $99,900
